Rose Bar Tampa
Last inspected: Jun 5, 2025
50
Score
Rose Bar Tampa appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 5, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
“No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Tampa facility scores 79, putting Rose Bar Tampa on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher in bar area tested 0ppm of chlorine.
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over potatoes. Manager removed and properly stored eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Test kit not used to check dishwasher in bar area.
16-33-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink has dirty dish stored inside it on front line. Chef removed dish and placed at dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
50
Sep 4, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink on front line.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-02-5
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Condensation dripping from vent inside walk in cooler.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting inside mop bucket by ice machine in back kitchen area.
42-01-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop inside fish fry batter. Chef removed bowl and places at dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets are torn inside reach in cooler on front line.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Gallons of grease stored on floor in back kitchen area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Salmon thawing at room temperature. Chef placed under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall next to mop sink has dust buildup.
36-27-5
52
Jan 9, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit at time of inspection.
16-37-1
90
Jul 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Splitter added to mop sink with no Back-flow protection device. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips at time of inspection. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer's on cooks line have buildup of ice. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at hand washing sink on cooks line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking water inside freezer from air conditioning unit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn inside reach in cooler on cooks line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
52
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips at time of inspection. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer inside inside reach in cooler on cooks line. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at hand washing sink next to 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets torn and soiled inside reach in cooler on cooks line. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rose Bar Tampa last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rose Bar Tampa on file is from Jun 5, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rose Bar Tampa?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Rose Bar Tampa.
How does Rose Bar Tampa compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Rose Bar Tampa most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Rose Bar Tampa's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rose Bar Tampa have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Rose Bar Tampa 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 Rose Bar Tampa inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rose Bar Tampa is inspected around two times per year on average.
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