Big Easy Bar

1704 E 7 Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Big Easy Bar has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 10, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled”, showing up two times.

Among Tampa restaurants, the typical score is 79; Big Easy Bar is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 10, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-10: **Time Extended**

22-08-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk soda boxes on floor in dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-10: **Time Extended**

08B-38-4

Dec 8, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

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 - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table in kitchen. **Warning**

40-06-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In front ice machines near beer walk in cooler. **Warning**

36-22-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk soda boxes on floor in dry storage area. **Warning**

08B-38-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen. **Warning**

22-08-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machines near beer walk in cooler. **Warning**

22-20-5

Aug 15, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 13, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-13: **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-13: **Time Extended**

22-02-4

Dec 12, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over oysters I walk in cooler . Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

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

22-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid.

41-17-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bulk flour.

14-01-5

Basic - Stored food not covered. Chowder in reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

08B-12-5

Jun 28, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

22-02-4

Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Eggrolls and raw beef in reach in freezer.

02C-04-5

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on clear and metal containers on dish drying rack.

16-46-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Corn and potatoes in reach in cooler.

08B-12-5

Mar 9, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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

22-02-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near ice machine at bar.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with orange liquid on metal rack near three compartment sink.

41-17-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour in metal pan on reach in cooler near handwash sink in kitchen.

02D-01-5

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee cake in walk in cooler over food for establishment.

08B-49-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Big Easy Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Big Easy Bar on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Big Easy Bar?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Big Easy Bar.

How does Big Easy Bar compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Big Easy Bar most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Big Easy Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Big Easy Bar have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Big Easy Bar 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 Big Easy Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Big Easy Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.

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