334 Taste of Tampa

4116 N Himes Ave, Tampa, FL 33607

American

Last inspected: Sep 21, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, 334 Taste of Tampa has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 21, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly two violations earlier in the record.

Among Tampa restaurants, the typical score is 79; 334 Taste of Tampa is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 21, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 14, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler Cold Holding: hot dog 47 F, pre-made Cuban sandwich 46 F. Door was opened at time of inspection, ambient temperature read 50 F. Employee kept door closed at time of inspection **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Feb 11, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. At mop sink **Repeat Violation**

29-18-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food and debris on walk-in cooler shelves

23-03-4

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed is dish area

36-64-5

Aug 16, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Sep 25, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee picked up a bag of peanuts from floor then returned to work with food with the same gloves. Discussed with employee, employee washed hands and replaced gloves at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-09-4

Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Prepping popcorn. Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee sodas stored on prep table with no lid and no straw. Employee discarded food and drinks at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-01-4

Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-02-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Ice scoops at front service counter.

10-01-5

Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Employee shoes and sweaters stored on ice freezer at kitchen.

40-01-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Hotdog thawing in three compartment sink at room temperature.

06-01-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was 334 Taste of Tampa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 334 Taste of Tampa on file is from Sep 21, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does 334 Taste of Tampa compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

334 Taste of Tampa most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has 334 Taste of Tampa's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at 334 Taste of Tampa have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at 334 Taste of Tampa means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is 334 Taste of Tampa inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, 334 Taste of Tampa is inspected around two times per year on average.

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