Desoto Deli C107

4116 N Himes Ave, Tampa, FL 33607
American
Last inspected: Nov 9, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Desoto Deli C107 four times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Nov 9, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

The city-wide average sits at 79, which Desoto Deli C107's 74 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. A pan of shredded cheddar cheese (51F - Cold Holding) stored on countertop. Employee placed it in ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
74
Aug 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker installed at wrong end of splitter added to hose bibb, where water line is connected at mop sink
29-34-4
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
Intermediate - No quaternary ammonium chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
67
Aug 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
55
Feb 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Desoto Deli C107 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Desoto Deli C107 on file is from Nov 9, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Desoto Deli C107 compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Desoto Deli C107 most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Desoto Deli C107's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Desoto Deli C107 have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Desoto Deli C107 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 Desoto Deli C107 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Desoto Deli C107 is inspected roughly once per year on average.