Pdq
Last inspected: Oct 16, 2025
100
Score
Across the available record, Pdq has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 16, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly 10 violations earlier in the record.
Looking across the full record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Tampa restaurant scores 79. The record reflects steady performance over time.
6
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Buttermilk holding at 51F.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Buttermilk holding at 51F.
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance..
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes stacked on top of each other preventing proper air drying on shelves by dishwasher.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water in floor throughout kitchen area.
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside small freezer next to fryer on cooks line.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Spatula stored between fryer and grill. Manager removed spatula. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water inside black reach in cooler n back kitchen area.
29-49-6
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting inside mop bucket. Manager properly stored mop. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
52
Jan 31, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. All food in unit 35F-40F, ambient display shows 3F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: **Time Extended**
05-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on equipment throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Exposed insulation on reach in freezer next to hand wash sink under hood in back prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
61
Jan 30, 2024
Complaint Full
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning**
29-42-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quat sanitizer 500 ppm manufacturers specifications show maximum of 400 ppm. Operator diluted it. **Warning**
41-27-4
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee in dish area touching face without washing hands. Discussed with employee. **Warning**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator accidentally installed descaling chemical to the dispenser. Operator flushed the lines with proper Quatinary sanitizer, refilled all the wet wiping cloth buckets, and had employees re sanitize any food contact surfaces with proper sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-48-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies by 3 compartment sink in dish area of kitchen. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touching raw chicken with gloves hand, then handling fryer baskets and drawer handles without changing gloves **Warning**
12A-09-4
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. Operator was able to show us the training program and 1 valid employee training certificate. Operator had assistant manager take book of certificates home to organize into new food safety binder. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. All food in unit 35F-40F, ambient display shows 3F. **Warning**
05-05-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee in dish area washed hands at 3 compartment sink. Discussed with operator. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Discussed with operator proper air drying of clean equipment. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Exposed insulation on reach in freezer next to hand wash sink under hood in back prep area. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on equipment throughout establishment. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
22
Aug 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
55
Jul 26, 2022
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has black-mold like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles on cooks line are broken in some places. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic container on clean dish shelves has a broken corner.
14-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Spatula stored between grill and fryer on cooks line. Manager removed spatula and properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers of food used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients inside reach in cooler on cooks line.
02D-01-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floors behind fryers has buildup of grease. **Repeat Violation**
36-10-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pdq last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pdq on file is from Oct 16, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pdq?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pdq.
How does Pdq compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Pdq most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Pdq's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Pdq have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pdq 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 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pdq is inspected around two times per year on average.
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