Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor

1607 N 22Nd Street, Tampa, FL 33605

Italian

Last inspected: Oct 15, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor, the earliest from 2023. On Oct 15, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 15, 2025

Routine - Food

6 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.

22-20-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on top of prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

12B-07-4

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. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clear containers on dish drying rack. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On metal pans on dish drying rack. **Repeat Violation**

16-46-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Braised pork in walk in cooler.

08B-12-5

Apr 30, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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

22-02-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee open water bottle on prep table in kitchen. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting of clear containers on dish drying rack.

24-08-4

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

16-46-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking water from booster heater at dish machine.

29-11-4

Sep 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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

22-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting of clear containers on dish drying rack.

24-08-4

May 2, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

22-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.

22-20-5

Dec 4, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed dish washer placing dirty dishes in dish machine and removing clean with no prior hand washing, corrected action taken , inspector discussed with management proper hand washing. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-09-4

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened containers of milk , butter, cream and juices not date marked.

02C-03-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Employee hand wash sink blocked by cart , corrected , employee moved cart . **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**

21-12-4

Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Employee drink stored on food pre table , corrected, manager removed drink during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-01-4

Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Chipped plastic containers.

14-10-4

Jun 26, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jan 4, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor on file is from Oct 15, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor.

How does Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor 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 Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Casa Santo Stefano 1st Floor is inspected around three times per year on average.

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