Fords Garage Westchase

10413 Sheldon Rd, Tampa, FL 33626

American

Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Fords Garage Westchase appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 12, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited two times.

Among Tampa restaurants, the typical score is 79; Fords Garage Westchase is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 12, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken 45F top of reach in cooler make table cooks line

03A-02-5

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop handle touching cheese cook line

10-06-5

Feb 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Jul 19, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Dec 22, 2023

Complaint Full

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Nov 9, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. A small amount of buttermilk 45 F in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 can of diced tomato in sauce

01B-01-4

Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Observed a can of diced tomato in sauce dented on top brim and stored with other canned food on dry food storage shelf. Operator segregated and discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-20-4

May 22, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 9, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Small steam well on cook line: beer cheese 112 F, onion soup 115 F, beef gravy 110 F. Steam well was disconnected with electricity. Operator reheated items: beer cheese 167 F, onion soup 168 F, beef gravy 172 F, and reconnected steam well. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wet wiping cloths stored in handwash sinks at dish room and wait station. Removed. Observed food debris in handwash sink on cook line. Operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation**

53B-14-5

Basic - Employee drinking while preparing food. Employee cutting lemons and drinking. Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee drink with no lid and no straw store on prep table at cook line. Operator removed. **Corrective Action Taken**

12B-01-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cellphones stored on prep table while prepping food. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under handwash sink on cook line.

36-22-4

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested 0ppm. **Repeat Violation**

21-08-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fords Garage Westchase last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fords Garage Westchase on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fords Garage Westchase?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fords Garage Westchase.

How does Fords Garage Westchase compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Fords Garage Westchase most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Fords Garage Westchase's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fords Garage Westchase have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fords Garage Westchase 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 Fords Garage Westchase inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fords Garage Westchase is inspected around two times per year on average.

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