Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
100
Score
Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin has been inspected six times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 20, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around five violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.
When inspectors have written things up, “no paper towels” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin's latest score of 100 sits above the Tampa average of 79. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Sink and Surface not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed the three compartment sink testing between 0-170ppm instructions states that it should be between 272-700ppm. Establishment does have a three compartment sink and sink and surface to sanitize correctly.
22-43-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice in the handwashing sink in the front register area.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink in the front register area. Manager added paper. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an employee beverage being stored in the reach in cooler on the make line. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the pipes under the handwashing sink leaking. Spoke to employee and he stated that the pipes pop out of place when the table is moved.
29-08-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed a pan of garlic bread directly on top of another pan of bread with no protection in between.
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a bulk container of sugar not labeled in the dish washing area. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in the walk in cooler. Manager clean area. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
55
Feb 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink in dish area Employee replaced **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on microwave
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing on cookline adjacent to fryers **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Container of oil stored on floor adjacent to fryers. Employee placed on shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Dish machine leaking due to pipe disrepair. Waste water is draining into secondary drain.
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar with no label on shelf adjacent to ice machine. Employee labeled **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
70
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
47
Jan 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a container of honey butter (62F - Cold Holding) stored on prep table on cook line. Employee moved to walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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. Provided by email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of the press grill soiled with grease.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink next to dish machine. Operator provided at time of inspection. **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. Provided by email.
11-26-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple employee drinks stored on prep tables at front service area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed 1 cracked lid covered cut lettuce in reach-in cooler. Operator discarded at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Drawer cooler soiled with old food debris on the bottom of the interior.
22-16-4
50
Aug 31, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated in a microwave oven for hot holding not covered during reheating process. Commercially processed Mac n Cheese. Operator covered at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03E-06-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. A small container of grilled chicken nuggets (121-129F - Hot Holding) at kitchen. Operator voluntarily discarded.
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handwash sink at cook line, hot water shut off for repair.
27-16-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink at back kitchen blocked by employee bicycle.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink at back kitchen.
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. At cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed a cracked container holding Mac n Cheese in microwave. **Repeat Violation**
14-38-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Fry oil on floor at dry storage area. Moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Employee bicycle stored at food prep area at back kitchen.
40-01-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. A case of soda cups stored on floor at storage area. Moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin.
How does Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin 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 Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pdq Restaurant, Waters/Benjamin is inspected around two times per year on average.
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