Clarion Pointe Near Fairgrounds Casino
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
82
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Clarion Pointe Near Fairgrounds Casino stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 23, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about six violations before that.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “single-service articles improperly stored”, showing up four times.
Compared to the broader Tampa restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. White plastic container in Handwash sink of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk box of paper plates on floor in kitchen.
25-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk box of raisins on floor in kitchen.
08B-38-4
82
May 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: cream cheese 48 F in black reach in cooler. Per operator times have been in reach in cooler for 1 hour. Ambient cooling thermometer reads 50 F, . Operator moved to other reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. White contain in handwash sink. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
78
Nov 3, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-03: **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk box of paper cups on floor in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-03: **Time Extended**
25-05-4
86
Nov 2, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: butter 72 F, yogurt 48 F, **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: butter 72 F, yogurt 48 F, **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Air freshener stored on top of milk cooler in kitchen. **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Coffee machine. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee apples and snacks over and next to oranges for establishment. **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk box of paper cups on floor in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-05-4
41
Oct 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk box of pancake mix and juice on floor of dry storage. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-24: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk boxes of foam bowls on floor in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-24: **Time Extended**
25-05-4
90
Aug 25, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Apr 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 container of milk held over 24 hrs not date marked . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-24: **Time Extended**
02C-03-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Box of apples stored on floor in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-24: **Time Extended**
08B-47-4
86
Dec 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink set with 0 ppm of chlorine, corrected, manager set three compartment sink to 100 ppm of chlorine. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-42-4
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 container of milk held over 24 hrs not date marked . **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at employee hand wash sink. Corrected, manager replaced paper towels at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Remodel completed no plan review. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No employee must wash hand sign at employee hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Box of apples stored on floor in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee lunch bag stored on food prep in kitchen area. Corrected, manager moved bag during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Clarion Pointe Near Fairgrounds Casino last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Clarion Pointe Near Fairgrounds Casino on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Clarion Pointe Near Fairgrounds Casino?
Across the inspection record, “single-service articles improperly stored” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Clarion Pointe Near Fairgrounds Casino.
How does Clarion Pointe Near Fairgrounds Casino compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Clarion Pointe Near Fairgrounds Casino most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Clarion Pointe Near Fairgrounds Casino's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Clarion Pointe Near Fairgrounds Casino have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Clarion Pointe Near Fairgrounds Casino 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 Clarion Pointe Near Fairgrounds Casino inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Clarion Pointe Near Fairgrounds Casino is inspected around three times per year on average.
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