Quality Inn Tampa Brandon Conference Center
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
55
Score
Across the available record, Quality Inn Tampa Brandon Conference Center has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 12, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly three violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “dead roaches on premises” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
Compared to other Tampa restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal sponges in Handwash sink in kitchen. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Handwash sink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under dry storage rack in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink in kitchen. 2 dead riches near hot water heater in kitchen. 1 dead roach on floor near prep table in kitchen. 1 dead roach on floor near dry storage rack. Employee cleaned at time of inspection. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-27-5
55
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash bag hanging in handwash sink in kitchen. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
31B-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Kitchen near mop sink.
36-22-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach near water heater in kitchen. 1 dead roach near mop sink in kitchen. 8 dead roaches Uber dry storage shelf near mop sink in kitchen. 2 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink. Employee eliminated, cleaned and sanitized area at time of inspection.
35A-03-4
61
May 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-20: **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk pancake mix on floor in kitchen . - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-20: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk boxes of plastic containers on floor in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-20: **Time Extended**
25-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. At three compartment sink and handwash sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-20: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
78
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Aug 4, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 2, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-02: **Time Extended**
50-08-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tiles missing throughout kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-02: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach next to handwash sink in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: 1 live roach in front of walk in freezer. 2 dead roaches on dry storage shelf in dry storage area. 2 dead flies on counter in breakfast area. 1 dead insect on counter in breakfast area. 1 dead roach in hallway. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-02: 1 live roach on floor in kitchen. 1 dead roach on wall in kitchen. **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
78
Aug 1, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
50-08-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tiles missing throughout kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach next to handwash sink in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: 1 live roach in front of walk in freezer. 2 dead roaches on dry storage shelf in dry storage area. 2 dead flies on counter in breakfast area. 1 dead insect on counter in breakfast area. 1 dead roach in hallway. **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
78
Jun 2, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
50-08-7
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Proviso 4) All floors, walls, cove base, and ceilings in all food preparation, food storage, and warewashing areas must be smooth, non-porous, durable and easily cleanable not met. Cove molding missing in kitchen. Unsealed concrete throughout kitchen. 6) If a mechanical clothes washer or dryer is provided, it shall be located so that the washer or dryer is protected from contamination and only where there is no exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single service and single-use articles. Dryer lint is spraying out on to floor under prep table in kitchen.
51-16-7
Basic - Ceiling tiles missing throughout kitchen.
36-36-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in kitchen near hot water heater.
36-03-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach next to handwash sink in kitchen.
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Near dryers.
36-73-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Unsealed concrete throughout kitchen.
36-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk waffle mix on floor in kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall under handwash sink.
36-24-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single use paper plates and dinner napkins on floor in kitchen.
25-05-4
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Quality Inn Tampa Brandon Conference Center last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Quality Inn Tampa Brandon Conference Center on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Quality Inn Tampa Brandon Conference Center?
Across the inspection record, “dead roaches on premises” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Quality Inn Tampa Brandon Conference Center.
How does Quality Inn Tampa Brandon Conference Center compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Quality Inn Tampa Brandon Conference Center most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Quality Inn Tampa Brandon Conference Center's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Quality Inn Tampa Brandon Conference Center have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Quality Inn Tampa Brandon Conference Center means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Quality Inn Tampa Brandon Conference Center inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Quality Inn Tampa Brandon Conference Center is inspected around three times per year on average.
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