Hip Hop Crab & Bar

4924 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL 33617

Seafood

Last inspected: Feb 28, 2023

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only one inspection for Hip Hop Crab & Bar. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 28, 2023. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. Public records show no inspections at Hip Hop Crab & Bar since Feb 28, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Hip Hop Crab & Bar's latest score of 26 falls below the Tampa average of 79.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 28, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations.

View 17 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2023 **Warning**

50-17-3

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 20 rodent droppings on floor by soda line. Observed 8 rodent droppings along wall to left of soda lines. Under where missing ceiling tile is Manager swept up and cleaned. Advised manager to sanitize area. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

35A-04-4

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. **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pan of raw fish in water stored in hand sink across from dish machine. Employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Lorayaha Wynn, stated exam was done but didnt have certification yet. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sinks in kitchen. Pic put paper towels at 1 sink **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

31B-02-4

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

Basic - Ceiling tiles missing and damaged in kitchen and storage area Ceiling tile was removed in dry storage area due to soda lines being installed. Ceiling tile damage above walk in cooler area **Warning**

36-36-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken wings thawing in three compartment sink. Discussed proper thawing with employee **Warning**

06-01-5

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Throughout kitchen **Warning**

36-03-4

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach byreach in freezer in storage Observed 1 dead roach on glue trap under ice bin at bar. Manager removed and cleaned. Advised manager to sanitized the area . **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

35A-03-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**

35B-01-4

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. **Warning**

36-01-4

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing tiles in bar and kitchen **Warning**

36-11-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**

51-18-6

Basic - Observed cold water handle missing at three compartment sink. **Warning**

29-09-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hip Hop Crab & Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hip Hop Crab & Bar on file is from Feb 28, 2023. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Hip Hop Crab & Bar compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Hip Hop Crab & Bar most recently scored 26 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Hip Hop Crab & Bar 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.

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