Jimmy Johns Restaurant

4901 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33634

American

Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show four inspections at Jimmy Johns Restaurant stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 12, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 10 violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “food stored on floor” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Tampa restaurant, which scores around 79. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 12, 2026

Routine - Food

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

View 10 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Current license expired on 2/1/2026.

50-17-3

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handle electronic touch-pad then proceed to handle and wrap food in plastic wrap without washing hands. Discussed with manager proper handwashing when changing tasks.

12A-09-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on sandwich make line soiled.

22-02-4

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. Missing for Jazmine, Ihosvany and Danielle. Employee signed reporting agreement at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on sandwich make line with cut marks.

14-09-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 1 personal drink and 2 open containers on kitchen prep table next to ovens. Employee discarded drinks at time. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of bottled water stored on floor inside walk in cooler.

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe. Located at handwash sink next to three compartment sink. Manager stated an order has been placed to plumbers for repair.

29-11-4

Jul 15, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Sep 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Aug 29, 2022

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink at front service counter.

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris in handwash sink at front service counter.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 1 spray bottle with no label in front of walk-in freezer.

41-17-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. 2 boxes of soda syrup stored on floor by walk-in freezer.

08B-38-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored on prep table at front service area.

21-12-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jimmy Johns Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jimmy Johns Restaurant on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jimmy Johns Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jimmy Johns Restaurant.

How does Jimmy Johns Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Jimmy Johns Restaurant most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Jimmy Johns Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Jimmy Johns Restaurant have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Jimmy Johns Restaurant 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 Jimmy Johns Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jimmy Johns Restaurant is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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