Biriyani Bowl

5831-B Memorial Hwy, Tampa, FL 33615

Indian

Last inspected: Oct 18, 2023

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Biriyani Bowl stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 18, 2023. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Biriyani Bowl dates to Oct 18, 2023.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

Across the inspection history, “ready-to-eat” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to the broader Tampa restaurant scene, this is about average. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw shell eggs stored over yogurt drinks and heavy creams in reach-in cooler at front service area.

08A-11-5

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, cooked rice and other cooked food in reach-in cooler. Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Yogurt drink.

02C-02-5

May 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Nov 28, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over cooked tomato sauce and cooked split peas. Operator rearranged items to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Multiple cooking pots and lids stored in handwash sink at kitchen. Operator removed items. **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Ran hot water approximately 3 minutes to reached 100 F in handwash sink at front service counter.

27-18-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked split peas and cooked tomato sauce. Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk. **Repeat Violation**

02C-02-5

Jul 25, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Hot water temped 84-94 F in all handwash sinks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-25: **Time Extended**

12A-19-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Expired on 04-15-2022. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-25: **Admin Complaint**

53B-05-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Griddle top soiled with grease. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-25: **Time Extended**

22-02-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. No hot running water at mop sink. Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Ran hot water approximately 3 minutes in all sinks, temped 84-94 F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-25: Ran hot water approximately 3 minutes in all sinks, hand sinks temped 98-99 F, three compartment sink temped 100 F, mop sink temped 98F. **Admin Complaint**

27-06-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked rice and yogurt salad. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-25: **Time Extended**

02C-02-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-25: **Time Extended**

22-16-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Biriyani Bowl last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Biriyani Bowl on file is from Oct 18, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Biriyani Bowl?

Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Biriyani Bowl.

How does Biriyani Bowl compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Biriyani Bowl most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tampa average of 79.

Has Biriyani Bowl's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Biriyani Bowl have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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