Family Cuisine of Tampa
Last inspected: Sep 5, 2025
33
Score
Across the available record, Family Cuisine of Tampa has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Family Cuisine of Tampa was last inspected on Sep 5, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around six violations to closer to eight violations.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to other Tampa restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Over raw liver stored above open container of margarine in reach in freezer silver refrigerator. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed can with unidentified powder underneath hand washing sink in kitchen per operator powder is detergent. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-21-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle underneath hand washing sink in kitchen which was identified to be bleach per operator. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bag inside of hand washing sink in kitchen, 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. Establishment uses chlorine, provided operator with test strips to test sanitizer. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-37-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board attached to steam table. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches behind toilet in bathroom, employee discarded, cleaned and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on cutting board behind counter, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on white refrigerator
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Operator hung up copy of handwashing sign provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters above stove soiled with grease. Observed interior of reach in cooler in kitchen soiled with old food debris and slime. Observed accumulation of old debris on stove **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator hung to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour per operator, underneath prep table behind steam table not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
33
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Prep table in front kitchen area **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Back kitchen area
36-24-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
74
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Oct 26, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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 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 - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
58
May 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Jan 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Family Cuisine of Tampa last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Family Cuisine of Tampa on file is from Sep 5, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Family Cuisine of Tampa?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Family Cuisine of Tampa.
How does Family Cuisine of Tampa compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Family Cuisine of Tampa most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Family Cuisine of Tampa's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Family Cuisine of Tampa have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Family Cuisine of Tampa 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 Family Cuisine of Tampa inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Family Cuisine of Tampa is inspected around three times per year on average.
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