La Pita Lebanese Taverna
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026
100
Score
Going back to 2022, La Pita Lebanese Taverna has 11 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Feb 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about six violations before that.
“Food stored on floor” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting La Pita Lebanese Taverna on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Feb 27, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly under the register area. 6 live flies by the back kitchen door. 1 live fly flying around the dry storage area. Manager began eradicating and cleaning areas. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Observed 1 live fly on the wall next to the three compartment sink. Observed 1 live fly in the dry storage area. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soil with dust above the cook line area. Observed ceiling tiles with water stains in the dining area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Observed ceiling tiles soil with dust above the cook line area. Observed ceiling tiles with water stains in the dining area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in the walk in cooler. Observed soiled handles to the doors of the walk in cooler. Observed soiled doors to the microwave with food debris. Observed grease build up around the cooking equipment in the cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Observed soiled gaskets in the walk in cooler. Observed grease build up around the cooking equipment **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed a carbon dioxide tank not secured in the front dining area next to a fountain drink dispenser that is no longer in use.n **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Observed a carbon dioxide tank not secured in the front dining area next to a fountain drink dispenser that is no longer in use. **Time Extended**
51-11-4
74
Oct 2, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 12 rodent droppings in a cluster on the floor behind an old soda dispenser that is no longer in use in the dining room. Manager removed, cleaned and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly under the register area. 6 live flies by the back kitchen door. 1 live fly flying around the dry storage area. Manager began eradicating and cleaning areas. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed a carbon dioxide tank not secured in the front dining area next to a fountain drink dispenser that is no longer in use.n **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soil with dust above the cook line area. Observed ceiling tiles with water stains in the dining area. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken cove molding in the back of the kitchen next to the exit doors. **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in between the floor boards in the front dining area. 2 dead roaches under the register area. 1 dead roach next to the back kitchen door. Manager removed cleaned and sanitized area. Corrective Action Taken** **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed the interior to the microwave being soiled with grease debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in the walk in cooler. Observed soiled handles to the doors of the walk in cooler. Observed soiled doors to the microwave with food debris. Observed grease build up around the cooking equipment in the cook line. **Warning**
23-03-4
55
Sep 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles for the microwave, freezer, reach in cooler, and hand washing sink on the cook line and also on the walk in cooler.
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO tanks not properly secured in the dining area next to the ice machine.
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust debris on the ceiling tiles in the cook line area.
36-34-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris in the interior of the microwave.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up on the gaskets in the walk in cooler and the reach in cooler on the cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leaking faucet on the hand wash sink on the cook line.
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container of dry rice with no label.
02D-01-5
64
Nov 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container with sanitizer in rear hand sink. Operator removed container **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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. Emailed guide to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
82
Sep 7, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found Observed following: approximately 45 rodent droppings on cookline in corner near front counter, Approximately 20 rodent droppings on floor located between mop sink and 3-compartment sink. 6- rodent droppings on ladder located in dry storage area. 3- on floor in dry storage area next to milk crates.
35A-04-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of debris on floor on cook-line behind cooking equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. One bag of chic peas located on floor of walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hand sink on cook-line at front counter
23-03-4
74
Jul 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food required to be date marked is not date marked and time of opening/preparation cannot be determined. Observed Rice in reach in cooler not date marked.
01B-17-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer with debris build up.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Owner removed items from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Owner corrected on site. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vent above grill with grease build up.
23-03-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed Baklava stored on drain board of three compartment sink. Owner moved to safe location, corrected on site. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-36-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floors with debris behind stove and fryer.
36-73-4
58
Apr 6, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink by back door. Owner placed paper towels at hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-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. Emailed operator employee health agreement paperwork. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No hand washing soap at hand washing sink by back door. Owner placed soap at hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date markers on any food prepared on site inside walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient air thermometer inside reach in cooler on cooks line.
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have buildup of grease overtop flat top grill.
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored inside walk in cooler. Owner discarded employee drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop sitting inside mop bucket with dirty water preventing proper air drying by back door.
42-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in back kitchen area overtop hand washing sink and slicer have buildup of dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw chicken stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Owner removed chicken from floor and properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
50
Aug 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed hummus with no labels or dates. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the vents in the kitchen with debris on the vents. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed sesame seed oil stored on the floor. Owner put the oil on the shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed the light fixture in the kitchen with no light cover. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed the mops stored with the mop head on the floor. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Pita Lebanese Taverna last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Pita Lebanese Taverna on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Pita Lebanese Taverna?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Pita Lebanese Taverna.
How does La Pita Lebanese Taverna compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
La Pita Lebanese Taverna most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has La Pita Lebanese Taverna's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at La Pita Lebanese Taverna have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Pita Lebanese Taverna 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 La Pita Lebanese Taverna inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Pita Lebanese Taverna is inspected around three times per year on average.
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