Country Inn & Suites

4750 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33614

American

Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Country Inn & Suites stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 26, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit.

Looking across the full record, “establishment using a sanitizer solution” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Tampa restaurant scores 79. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 26, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in chest freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-26: **Time Extended**

14-69-4

Nov 25, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed establishment with improper chlorine for sanitizing. Available chlorine for laundry use. Manager provided Quaternary ammonia during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

22-48-5

High Priority - Observed employee rubbed hands together for less than 10 seconds while washing hands. **Warning**

12A-17-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cream cheese 50F at 8:57am placed in dining room Reach in cooler at 6am cooled to 30F at 9:32am, cheese sticks 47F at 9:04am placed in dining room Reach in cooler at 8:55am cooled to 43F at 9:04am. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink blocked by microwave on a speed cart. Employee unblocked sink during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

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. No training for Geanny and Yudislemy. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee open can of soda inside Reach in cooler. Open bottle of water inside coke cola Reach in cooler. Open water bottle stored next to coffee maker in kitchen area. Manager relocated all items to an approved location during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

12B-13-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in chest freezer. **Warning**

14-69-4

Jan 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray dish detergent stored on wire shelves next to food. Operator had employee move chemical during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Oct 10, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations.

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High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Establishment has a chlorine not for food contact surfaces. Employee went to store to buy correct food contact surfaces sanitizer. **Admin Complaint**

22-48-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink blocked. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine sanitizer

16-37-1

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.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in three compartment sink

12A-03-4

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

Dec 22, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Patrick fisher expired 8/10/22 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-25: Patrick fisher no proof cited from oct 21 22 60 days from October 21 2022 **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-22: Patrick fisher lacking proof. **Admin Complaint**

53A-03-7

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-25: cited from oct 21 22 60 days from October 21 2022 **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-22: no proof. **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Country Inn & Suites last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Country Inn & Suites on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Country Inn & Suites?

Across the inspection record, “establishment using a sanitizer solution” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Country Inn & Suites.

How does Country Inn & Suites compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Country Inn & Suites most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Country Inn & Suites' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Country Inn & Suites have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Country Inn & Suites 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 Country Inn & Suites inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Country Inn & Suites is inspected around two times per year on average.

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