The Heights Shuffleboard Society
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
86
Score
Inspectors have visited The Heights Shuffleboard Society nine times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 7, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so The Heights Shuffleboard Society is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler refrigerator across from kitchen Cold holding: milk 48F sour cream 50F blue cheese 50F ambient air temperature 50F chef stated a catering party occurred doors were opened a lot. Discussed to add ice to foods. Reach in Cooler on prep line cheddar cheese 44F 2nd temp 43F **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-07: Reach in cooler: same cooler door was open for long period of time due to two catering events. Ambient air temperature 47F cold holding: in house ranch 48F liquid egg 48F sour cream 44F cheddar cheese 49F mozzarella cheese 49F Swiss cheese 48F cut lettuce 48F. Manager moved foods to reach in freezer 2nd tempsall foods in temp at 43F expect in house ranch dressing. **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
86
Dec 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler refrigerator across from kitchen Cold holding: milk 48F sour cream 50F blue cheese 50F ambient air temperature 50F chef stated a catering party occurred doors were opened a lot. Discussed to add ice to foods. Reach in Cooler on prep line cheddar cheese 44F 2nd temp 43F **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
86
May 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over ready to eat foods in the reach in cooler across from shuffle board area. Employee removed to proper storage **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area employee restocked **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bartender dumping water bucket into hand washing sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone and keys on table employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
67
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Window cleaner spray bottle.
41-17-4
Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
14-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under equipment
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Inside of oven soiled
22-08-4
70
May 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment in bar and kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-03: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
95
Apr 30, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-43-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. sausage gravy (55F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (54F - Cold Holding); cheddar (54F - Cold Holding); pepperjack (56F - Cold Holding) **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front make station, operator discarded Time Temprature Control for Safety foods and will use other cooler until repairs are completed. sausage gravy (55F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (54F - Cold Holding); cheddar (54F - Cold Holding); pepperjack (56F - Cold Holding from day before. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment in bar and kitchen. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
52
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled
22-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
82
Jun 20, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Apr 25, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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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. Sent to operator via email **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
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
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. Sent to operator via email. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. In kitchen area **Warning**
36-30-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Heights Shuffleboard Society last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Heights Shuffleboard Society on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Heights Shuffleboard Society?
Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Heights Shuffleboard Society.
How does The Heights Shuffleboard Society compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
The Heights Shuffleboard Society most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has The Heights Shuffleboard Society's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Heights Shuffleboard Society have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Heights Shuffleboard Society means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is The Heights Shuffleboard Society inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Heights Shuffleboard Society is inspected around three times per year on average.
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