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Cava

1001 Water St Ste G1-100, Tampa, FL 33602
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Cava has eight inspections in the public record. On Mar 13, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

The pattern that stands out is “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting Cava on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested 2 times at 0 ppm disscued with manager to use three comp sink.
22-41-4
86
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter attached to main vacuum breaker, additional vacuum breaker not connected to splitter.
29-42-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly in kitchen.
35A-02-7
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef (109F - Hot Holding); rice (122F)operator reheated the rice and beef to 165F then hot held at 135 or above. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Open air, operator iced down the pans **Corrected On-Site**
03D-15-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Through back of house, floor needs sweeping
36-73-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers located on shelf next to 3 compartment sink
24-08-4
52
May 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Raw steak over falafel prep walk in cooler
08A-14-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Stored cut board mat in hand washing sink management removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
78
Nov 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Dishwasher leaking water from underneath dishwasher.
29-11-4
90
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Yesila Portillo
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Manager printed and signed.
11-26-1
Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
14-22-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor in front of 3 compartment sink from spraying equipment, operator states they have a work order in to have it sealed. They removed the water. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
70
Oct 18, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Customer carrying a dog in her arms waiting in line for her food, operator states they do not let them stay just pick up food and leave. I discussed with the operator the requirements, and referred them to the ADA guidelines for service animals in a food service establishment. Also suggested to operator they put a sign on the door stating what animals are allowed in the establishment.
35A-01-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By soda station area
51-11-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Discussed with operator proper air drying of clean equipment. operator moved to dish are to have re washed and air dried. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment in kitchen
36-73-4
78
Apr 18, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink has a splitter with no Backflow protection device.
29-34-4
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cava last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cava on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cava?

Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cava.

How does Cava compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Cava most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Cava's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cava 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 Cava inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cava is inspected around three times per year on average.

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