Olympia Catering & Events
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
50
Score
Across the available record, Olympia Catering & Events has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 27, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “dented/rusted cans present” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which Olympia Catering & Events' 50 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
53B-09-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No heat strips (160F) or irreversible thermometer.
16-62-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license is expired not current.
50-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor under four bins. Operator discarded, cleaned and sanitized the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Ran dish machine multiple, temped 142-147.8F. No ware washing at time of inspection, three-compartments sink set up for manually wash, rinse and sanitize food contact surfaces.
14-11-5
50
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Next to stove at cook line.
29-34-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Large walk-in freezer door.
14-69-4
70
Apr 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially ROP tuna fish.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 can of baked beans.
01B-01-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 19 packs of ROP tuna thawed without removed from packages in walk-in cooler.
06-09-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket stored on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed to office area. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. 1 employee opened bottled water stored on food shelf in walk-in freezer. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. At kitchen.
14-33-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic container with no handle used in rice bin. Operator removed container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
58
Aug 28, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl used to scoop bulk rice Corrected observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications.
16-01-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table Corrected observed employee discard **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked plastic containers stored on dish shelf adjacent to dish machine Observed employee discard cracked plastic containers **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup along fan under walk-in freezer fan Observed ice buildup up inside second walk-in freezer adjacent to dry storage with ice buildup along door frame
14-69-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk salt not labeled Corrected observed employee label **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
74
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed missing at hose bib on cookline
29-34-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to scoop bulk rice Corrected -observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on dish storage shelf
24-08-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked plastic container lid Observed employee discard **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in walk-in cooler
36-02-5
70
Aug 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
55
Apr 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One dented can of black beans .
01B-01-4
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. Opened container of milk in walk in cooler not date marked cut fruits . **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in two compartment sink , corrected action taken, inspector discussed with manager proper hand washing procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on food prep table, corrected, employee placed drink,on bottom shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored on food prep table.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Frozen scallops stored on floor in walk in freezer, corrected, employee placed scallops on shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
58
Nov 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can of Garbanzo beans with several dents on brim of can.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Medication stored with utensils in kitchen, corrected , manager removed medication during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chopped garlic , duck sauce, all held over 24 hrs not date marked . **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. Employee drink stored on food prep table, corrected , employee discarded drink during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-04-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Chipped containers.
14-10-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Clear to go containers not inverted in dry storage area.
25-06-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Olympia Catering & Events last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Olympia Catering & Events on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Olympia Catering & Events?
Across the inspection record, “dented/rusted cans present” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Olympia Catering & Events.
How does Olympia Catering & Events compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Olympia Catering & Events most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Olympia Catering & Events' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Olympia Catering & Events have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Olympia Catering & Events 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 Olympia Catering & Events inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Olympia Catering & Events is inspected around two times per year on average.
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