California Pizza Kitchen
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
58
Score
California Pizza Kitchen, located at 2223 N Westshore Blvd #189 in Tampa, FL, had a recent inspection on March 12, 2026, resulting in a moderate risk score of 58. This inspection identified two critical, two major, and one minor violation. Notably, a repeat violation involved time/temperature control for safety food cold held above 41 degrees Fahrenheit, with the operator taking corrective action by placing items in an ice bath.
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Critical latest
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Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
58
Sep 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
45
Apr 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
78
Aug 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
55
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
35
Sep 11, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
43
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
82
Nov 14, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
41
Violations — Mar 12, 2026 Inspection
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above dish machine area in kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Ran dish machine multiple times, maximum temperatures read **Warning**
22-57-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler at pizza station - Cold Holding: cooked chicken 46 F, shredded mozzarella 47 F, sliced ham 46 F, pizza sauce 46 F. Operator placed all items in ice bath at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed accusation strainer with lemon wedges in handwash sink at wait station. Employee removed strainer and cleaned handwash sink at time of inspection. Employee rinsed drink shaker cup in handwash sink at bar. Discussed with employee about handwash sink is for handwashing only. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 3 employees expired. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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