Earl of Sandwich

2223 N Westshore Blvd Fc206, Tampa, FL 33607

American

Last inspected: Aug 16, 2024

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2022, Earl of Sandwich has three inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Aug 16, 2024. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 10 violations lately compared to roughly five violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “working containers of food removed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 79, which Earl of Sandwich's 52 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer tested at 500ppm Corrected-observed employee discard, refill, and test at 400ppm **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at hand sink in dish area Observed employee replace batteries **Corrected On-Site**

31B-06-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no need guard on cookline

13-04-4

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a box of wheat bread on floor in walk-in freezer Corrected observed employee place on shelf **Corrected On-Site**

08B-47-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up inside chest freezer on cookline Corrected observed employee place on shelf **Corrected On-Site**

14-69-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reachin cooler on cookline next to Turbochef machine

29-49-6

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored in mop bucket Corrected observed employee hang mop **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer tested at 0ppm Observed employee discard, refill, and test at 400ppm **Corrected On-Site**

21-08-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk salt with no label Corrected observed employee label **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table Corrected -observed employee discard **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Oct 2, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One 3 LB can of Arrezzio's sliced olives with deep dent on brim of can .

01B-01-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container at counter area not labeled.

02D-01-5

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating in back area of kitchen.

12B-02-4

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Chipped container lids .

14-38-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights not shielded over front cooks line .

38-07-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**

21-12-4

Oct 19, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Earl of Sandwich last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Earl of Sandwich on file is from Aug 16, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Earl of Sandwich?

Across the inspection record, “working containers of food removed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Earl of Sandwich.

How does Earl of Sandwich compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Earl of Sandwich most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Earl of Sandwich's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Earl of Sandwich have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Earl of Sandwich means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Earl of Sandwich inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Earl of Sandwich is inspected around two times per year on average.

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