The Show Bar

1613 E 7 Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, The Show Bar has five inspections in the public record. The Show Bar was last inspected on Jan 22, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

The pattern that stands out is “no paper towels”, which has been cited three times.

Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so The Show Bar is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 22, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink next to mop sink. Operator provided at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Jun 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. In kitchen, Manager placed trash can at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

33-38-4

Apr 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Clear container in handwash sink near mop sink.

31A-11-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.

22-20-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Door of ice machine broken.

14-11-5

Jun 29, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid. **Repeat Violation**

41-17-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.

22-20-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above walk in cooler.

36-32-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in coolers.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues throughout kitchen.

22-16-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk boxes of plastic cups on floor. Operator relocated at time of inspection.

25-05-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout kitchen.

36-27-5

Mar 10, 2023

Routine - Food

5 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bulk box of trash bags on handwash sink in kitchen next to mop sink.

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to mop sink.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink next to mop sink.

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Repeat Violation**

41-17-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.

22-20-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen.

12B-07-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Show Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Show Bar on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Show Bar?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Show Bar.

How does The Show Bar compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

The Show Bar most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has The Show Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Show Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Show Bar 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 Show Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Show Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants

Southern Belle

1625 E 7Th Ave

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Lifted Scoops

4908 E Broadway Ave

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Bernini

1702 E 7 Ave

Score: 45 — High Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Tampa → Bar / Pub restaurants in Florida → Bar / Pub restaurants in Tampa