Jimmy John's

2345 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33612

American

Last inspected: Aug 19, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Jimmy John's appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 19, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 11 violations to closer to six violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

By comparison, the average Tampa facility scores 79, putting Jimmy John's on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 19, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machine in Lobby ice chute has build of black-mold like substance.

22-02-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole on wall in dry storage area behind shelves. **Repeat Violation**

36-24-5

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors are not smooth and easily cleanable in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**

36-11-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles missing overtop walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. C02 tanks not secured in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**

51-11-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine is soiled.

22-20-5

Jul 18, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 12 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

In-Use Utensils Properly Stored

FL-43

Mar 4, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Diced Tomatoes (48F - Cooling).

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Diced Tomatoes (48F - Cooling) Prepped at 7am, FIRST temperature at 1:15PM

03D-06-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle next to desk un- labeled, operator labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler on make line soiled. Discussed with operator.

23-03-4

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink in walk in cooler, discussed with operator. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-13-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine near three compartment sink soiled. Discussed with operator.

22-20-5

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling above reach in freezer missing panels. Discussed with operator.

36-36-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting observed on drying rack next to three compartment sink. Discussed with operator.

24-08-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in walk in soiled. Discussed with operator.

36-73-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided education packet containing choking poster.

51-13-4

Aug 2, 2022

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 employee present at the time of inspection. Person in charge was not able to show proof of certification. Prinshawn.

53A-05-6

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Spoke with operator about he importance of the big 6 and reporting responsibilities.

11-03-5

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment missing chlorine test kit.

16-37-1

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bread on ground in walk in freezer. Operator picked items up and placed them back on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jimmy John's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jimmy John's on file is from Aug 19, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jimmy John's?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jimmy John's.

How does Jimmy John's compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Jimmy John's most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Jimmy John's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Jimmy John's have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Jimmy John's means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Jimmy John's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jimmy John's is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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