Perfect Plates Express

1511 N W Shore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607

Catering

Last inspected: Aug 15, 2023

Score

High Risk

Perfect Plates Express has been inspected three times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Aug 15, 2023. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Perfect Plates Express dates to Aug 15, 2023.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.

Compared to other Tampa restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 15, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

May 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 not date marked in walk in cooler . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-09: **Time Extended**

02C-03-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-09: **Time Extended**

21-12-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-09: **Time Extended**

42-01-4

Oct 18, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Perfect Plates Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Perfect Plates Express on file is from Aug 15, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Perfect Plates Express compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Perfect Plates Express most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Perfect Plates Express' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Perfect Plates Express have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Perfect Plates Express 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.

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