Hotchix

5208 N 22 St Ste B, Tampa, FL 33610

American

Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Hotchix stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 5, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about nine violations before that.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Tampa restaurant scores 79. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 5, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 22, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 17, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jul 29, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

In-Use Utensils Properly Stored

FL-43

Feb 5, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 13 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-3

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 - 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 - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-13-5

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-02-5

Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Employee restroom door open. No swing. Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

32-02-4

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.

08B-49-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease

23-03-4

Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation.

35B-05-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At 3 compartment sink

29-11-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.

21-12-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Aug 23, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

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

View 5 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hotchix last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hotchix on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Hotchix compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Hotchix most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Hotchix's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hotchix have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hotchix 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 Hotchix inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hotchix is inspected around three times per year on average.

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