Saunders Pavilion

1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
American
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Going back to 2023, Saunders Pavilion has five inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jan 12, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored”, showing up two times.

Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Saunders Pavilion trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Roach bait stored on 3 component sink. Employee removed and properly stored roach bait. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cotton candy stored on floor in kitchen area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored inside mop bucket.
42-01-4
70
Apr 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.
36-36-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
86
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle with toxic chemicals stored on top of coffee maker. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees jacket on storage shelves **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Large containers of cotton candy **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom of tall silver reach-in-cooler soiled.
23-03-4
61
Apr 17, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 28, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Saunders Pavilion last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Saunders Pavilion on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Saunders Pavilion?

Across the inspection record, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Saunders Pavilion.

How does Saunders Pavilion compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Saunders Pavilion most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Saunders Pavilion's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Saunders Pavilion have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Saunders Pavilion 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 Saunders Pavilion inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Saunders Pavilion is inspected around two times per year on average.