Junior's Kitchen

4800 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33614

American

Last inspected: Mar 28, 2025

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Junior's Kitchen has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 28, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

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

Across the inspection history, “no paper towels” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average Tampa facility scores 79, putting Junior's Kitchen on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 28, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 9 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over Ready to eat drinks Reach in cooler. Operator relocated specs during time of inspection.

08A-05-6

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 - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No towels at Employee handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory for burger.

02B-02-5

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Sour cream in Reach in cooler not date marked.

02C-03-5

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of onions stored on floor.

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice built-up in Reach in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Tomatillo sauce in Reach in cooler not covered.

08B-12-5

Jun 11, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Jesus sales. **Warning**

53A-02-7

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning**

10-07-4

Feb 6, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.

31B-04-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Junior's Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Junior's Kitchen on file is from Mar 28, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Junior's Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Junior's Kitchen.

How does Junior's Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Junior's Kitchen most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Junior's Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Junior's Kitchen have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Junior's Kitchen 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 Junior's Kitchen inspected?

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

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