Emperors
Last inspected: Oct 7, 2025
64
Score
Inspectors have visited Emperors six times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 7, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around six violations across recent inspections versus roughly 11 violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, showing up three times.
Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Emperors trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Gum and other food in handwash sink in kitchen.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
22-02-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Old food on plastic slicer container.
16-48-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk water bottles on floor in kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor throughout kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall throughout kitchen.
36-27-5
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Feb 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
41
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
64
Aug 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
41
Jun 20, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Bar dish sink 500ppm+. Manufacturer label lists maximum as 400ppm. **Warning**
41-18-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Windex next to single use cups at bar. **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in kitchen. **Warning**
35A-02-6
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times blacked by pole. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal sponges and other spray bottles in handwash sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance at womens restroom. **Warning**
32-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottles on floor of kitchen. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
21
Apr 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash cans in front of handwash sink at front of kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Green scrubby and metal scrubby in handwash sink at front of kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on three compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Emperors last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Emperors on file is from Oct 7, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Emperors?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Emperors.
How does Emperors compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Emperors most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Emperors' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Emperors have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Emperors 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 Emperors inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Emperors is inspected around two times per year on average.
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