Bad Monkey Ybor

1717 E 7 Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Aug 5, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Bad Monkey Ybor has been inspected five times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Aug 5, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.

Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average sits at 79, which Bad Monkey Ybor's 70 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 5, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall behind prep table.

36-24-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee opened Gatorade in reach in cooler. Operator relocated. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-13-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind fryer. **Repeat Violation**

36-27-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. **Repeat Violation**

36-73-4

Oct 22, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cut ham and cheeses in white fridge. **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.

22-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.

16-07-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout MFDV.

36-73-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk Gatorade on floor.

08B-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets reach in cooler and white fridge.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler and white fridge.

22-16-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind prep table and white fridge. **Repeat Violation**

36-27-5

Dec 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Jun 26, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 3 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Dec 13, 2022

Routine - Food

6 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with blue liquid next to handwash sink. **Warning**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Warning**

27-16-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained in kitchen. **Warning**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Fryer utensil in handwash sink. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. **Warning**

27-06-4

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

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind grill. **Warning**

36-27-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor near front door. **Warning**

08B-38-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Small to go bowl used as ladle in marinara sauce. **Warning**

14-01-5

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. **Warning**

36-01-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bad Monkey Ybor last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bad Monkey Ybor on file is from Aug 5, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bad Monkey Ybor?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bad Monkey Ybor.

How does Bad Monkey Ybor compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Bad Monkey Ybor most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Bad Monkey Ybor's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bad Monkey Ybor have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Bad Monkey Ybor means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Bad Monkey Ybor inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bad Monkey Ybor is inspected around two times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants

Southern Belle

1625 E 7Th Ave

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Lifted Scoops

4908 E Broadway Ave

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Bernini

1702 E 7 Ave

Score: 45 — High Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Tampa → Bar / Pub restaurants in Florida → Bar / Pub restaurants in Tampa