Krispy Crunchy Cheicken

7710 Causeway Blvd, Tampa, FL 33619
American
Last inspected: Dec 9, 2024
50
Score
High Risk

Inspectors have visited Krispy Crunchy Cheicken six times, with records going back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 9, 2024. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around six violations across recent inspections versus roughly 11 violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 79, which Krispy Crunchy Cheicken's 50 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Mar 5, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored on shelf over prep table in kitchen. Dolfix capsules. **Warning**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **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. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with pink liquid next to reach in cooler . **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Burger in reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop in bulk rice. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers and reach in freezer. Hood filters. **Warning**
23-03-4
43
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: chicken wings 107 F, made at 7 am. Operator put in oven to bring back temperature to 165 F, **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
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 - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards and can opener in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided at time if inspection. **Repeat Violation**
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. **Admin Complaint**
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tomato sauce in reach in cooler and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-11-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Tomato sauce in reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on prep table.
21-12-4
35
May 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken wings 101 F, cooked 30 mins earlier. First temperature at 10:15 am. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
03B-01-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle with red liquid and windex bottle next to clean dishes in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
41-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen and can opener. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near coffee station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tomato sauce, milk and multiple items in reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with red liquid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle in bulk rice of bulk rice container. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
10-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Tomato paste in reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing near back door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
32
Jan 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Krispy Crunchy Cheicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Krispy Crunchy Cheicken on file is from Dec 9, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Krispy Crunchy Cheicken?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Krispy Crunchy Cheicken.

How does Krispy Crunchy Cheicken compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Krispy Crunchy Cheicken most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Krispy Crunchy Cheicken's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Krispy Crunchy Cheicken have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Krispy Crunchy Cheicken 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 Krispy Crunchy Cheicken inspected?

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