Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant

4812 E Busch Blvd Ste G, Tampa, FL 33617
Indian
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 18, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 9, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed broken light shield in the kitchen area.
38-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on the reach in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
86
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Less then 60.
50-17-3
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed non smooth ceiling tiles in the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the bottom of the prep table being rusted. Observed grease build up on the storage rack near the cook line.
23-03-4
78
Nov 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90
Apr 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
90
Oct 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pumpkin in plastic grocery bag located in reach in freezer. Operator removed the bag. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-31-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean utensils with handles facing down in container. Employee corrected by placing all utensils with handles facing up. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-07-4
74
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
61
Jan 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant.

How does Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant 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 Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Caribbean Crown West Indian Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.