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Small Giant & Wine on Water

1051 Water St, Tampa, FL 33602
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Small Giant & Wine on Water stretching back to 2023. On Apr 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

Across the inspection history, “no currently certified food service manager on duty” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Small Giant & Wine on Water's latest score of 70 falls below the Tampa average of 79. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Eggs boiled 45F cook veggies 46F 2nd temp 43F manager moved veggies to walk in cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 5 employees no food manager
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
70
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Tested at 0 ppm management added more tablets and drained old water
22-43-4
High Priority - Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Floor drain in kitchen has a room with a ice machine and dry can good shelf. The drain is backed up not leaking unto ground. In bar area manager drained dish washing machine and the drain underneath was backing on floor. Plumber was onsite at time of inspection and fixed the drains all water was going down and employees were mopping waste water and sanitizing area. **Corrected On-Site**
28-26-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher inside hand washing sink cooks line
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 5 employees
53A-05-6
61
May 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-01: Still observed **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Fryer shorting kitchen by mop sink area - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-01: Still observed **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
90
Apr 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live On hand washing sink back kitchen by ice machine employee killed and removed and sanitized the area **Corrected On-Site**
35A-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Fryer shorting kitchen by mop sink area
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar area left side
31B-04-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested at 0 retested to 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
70
Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Chicken over ready to eat items, operator moved it to bottom shelf.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In kitchen operator replaced **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Rachel leever, Kami Haines
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen, operator replaced **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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. Some staff still need to be trained, operator is in process of updating everyone's certification.
53B-13-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. In kitchen
22-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bar reach in cooler soiled
22-16-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
47
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
70
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
70
Feb 13, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Small Giant & Wine on Water last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Small Giant & Wine on Water on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Small Giant & Wine on Water?

Across the inspection record, “no currently certified food service manager on duty” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Small Giant & Wine on Water.

How does Small Giant & Wine on Water compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Small Giant & Wine on Water most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Small Giant & Wine on Water's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Small Giant & Wine on Water have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Small Giant & Wine on Water 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 Small Giant & Wine on Water inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Small Giant & Wine on Water is inspected around three times per year on average.

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