The Floridian
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
64
Score
Across the available record, The Floridian has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 11, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to five violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
By comparison, the average Tampa facility scores 79, putting The Floridian on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed can of collard greens with dented rim at time of inspection. Operator segregated can from other food items to return to supplier **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards are stained at time of inspection.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed green scrub pad in hand wash sink by triple sink at time of inspection.
31A-11-4
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed reach in freezer handle repaired with duct tape at time of inspection
14-71-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor is soiled with old grease around fryers at time of inspection.
36-73-4
64
Jul 22, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards are stained at time of inspection.
22-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles are soiled at time of inspection.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards are grooved at time of inspection.
14-09-4
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape used to repair handle to reach in freezer in kitchen at time of inspection.
14-71-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on wire shelf over prep table at time of inspection. Operator disposed of drink during inspection.
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at time of inspection.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor around fryers soiled with old grease and food debris at time of inspection.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets are soiled at time of inspection.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled near fryers with old grease at time of inspection.
36-27-5
61
Apr 22, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine on top of soda nozzles leaks from side of equipment. At time of inspection floor is dry.
14-11-5
95
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over deli meat and cheese in reach in cooler. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical cleaner in spray bottle stored on prep table with meat slicer at time of inspection. Operator moved chemical to chemical storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked by hand cart at time of inspection. Operator moved cart during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on cooks line at time of inspection.
14-09-4
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed reach in freezer handle on left door repaired with silver duct tape at time of inspection. **Repeat Violation**
14-71-4
52
Jul 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottle with pink liquid under counter. Operator labeled with sharpie during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Microwave soiled with food debris -can opener soiled with food debris
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cart in front of hand wash sink during inspection. Operator moved cart to different location **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed stainless scrubber pad in hand wash sink. Operator removed pad. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed what appears to be build up of oil/grease on floor behind fryers
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Fryer oil
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Dumpster shared with others in strip mall area **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed togo containers stored on cooks line. Operator correctly placed during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed turkey and ham thawing in sink. Operator moved to cooler to thaw during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
47
Jul 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee observed changing gloves without washing hands. **Repeat Violation**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs kept over rte foods. Spoke to operator and they relocated eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Emailed operator educational packet. They printed out and had employees sign **Corrected On-Site**
11-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink filled with various items. Spoke to operator and they removed items **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator refilled **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator supplied soap at sink during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed operator consumer advisory sign. Operator printed out and posted **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee cup on prep table near office. **Repeat Violation**
12B-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Turkey thawing out in triple sink. Spoke to operator and they placed in reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
37
Jan 4, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
19
Aug 11, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk 47 roast beef 49 salami 49 cheese 51 sandwich cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: Salami 51 cheese 49 cut tomatoes 50 **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Beans 100 soup 79 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: Red bean 93 soup 105 **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards, can opener, **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of mircowave **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of chips (Cos) fryer oil and case of tuna **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-11: Case of chips **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Floridian last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Floridian on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Floridian?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Floridian.
How does The Floridian compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
The Floridian most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has The Floridian's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Floridian have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Floridian 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 The Floridian inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Floridian is inspected around three times per year on average.
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