Agave Social
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
100
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Agave Social stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 9, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting Agave Social on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine tested at 0 PPM , triple sink was set up to sanitize all all dishes and utensils tested at 200 PPM . **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast hot holding in hot box next to stove in back kitchen temped at 103f at 12:50 pm prepped at 12:10 pm, manager had employee reheat chicken ,temped at 180f at 1:15 pm **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At hose mop sink with hose splitter manager said she will order one .
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards throughout kitchen . And on the cook line, discussed with manager the importance of clean surfaces.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed brushes and green scrubber on handwashing sink , employee moved items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed , manager printed and hung up new license at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.observed wet mop not stored to dry in mop bucket close to mop sink , manager hung mop to dry **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee cake in standing reach in cooler next to bulletin boards ,observed employee drink in cooler across from grill , manager discarded items. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.observed deeply grooved cutting board on the front cooks line, and the expo line, discussed with manager the importance of a smooth surface. Manager said they ordered new ones .
14-09-4
43
Dec 1, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original for Elizabeth. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-01: **Time Extended**
53B-09-4
90
Nov 24, 2025
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Three compartment sink chlorine sanitizer over 200ppm. Manager adjusted chlorine to 100ppm during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-18-4
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Quaternary ammonia tested at 0ppm. Employee set three compartment sink with chlorine sanitizer at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested at 0ppm during time of inspection. Employee set up three compartment sink to sanitize during time of inspection. Chlorine sanitizer at 100ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cajun butter 63F at 3:30pm placed on front line at 11:30am - stop sale, cut butter 49F at 3:50pm placed into front line Reach in cooler at 11am - stop sale, Chimichurri sauce 71F at 4:20pm placed on server line from Walk in cooler at 12pm - stop sale. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary ammonia tested at over 500ppm. Manager readjusted sanitizer to 200ppm during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of both soda guns at bar area soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan for chimichurri sauce. **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original for Elizabeth. **Warning**
53B-09-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries and radish stored over blanched cauliflower in Walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-17-4
30
Jun 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
78
Apr 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzles at bare area soiled. Manager began to clean nozzles during time of inspection. Cutting board on front line cook soiled. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-freezer. Located in Reach in freezer at server station. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Raw beef not covered on front line cook. Manager covered beef during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed and posted license during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Located at dry storage rack adjacent to ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets at bar area soiled with green mold-like substance. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Located at dry storage rack adjacent to ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-46-4
61
Nov 7, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 minor violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
82
Aug 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on guard **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-08: **Time Extended**
13-04-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Agave Social last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Agave Social on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Agave Social?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Agave Social.
How does Agave Social compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Agave Social most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Agave Social's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Agave Social have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Agave Social 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 Agave Social inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Agave Social is inspected around two times per year on average.
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