Chakula Canteen

1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
African
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Chakula Canteen has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 9, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Chakula Canteen is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found4 live flies on dirty rags, operator moved rag bag and got rid of flies sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-02-7
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
82
Apr 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
90
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 26, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Oct 24, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chakula Canteen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chakula Canteen on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Chakula Canteen compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Chakula Canteen most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Chakula Canteen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chakula Canteen have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chakula Canteen 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 Chakula Canteen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chakula Canteen is inspected roughly once per year on average.