Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt)

4505 S Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, FL 33611

American

Last inspected: Aug 26, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt) stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Aug 26, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about four violations before that.

When inspectors have written things up, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt) is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 26, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in back room. Operator brought soap during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Sep 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed gallon pancake syrup in hand wash sink. Operator moved bottle at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed ice scoop handle in ice inside ice machine. Operator moved scoop at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Nov 6, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dry food debris and mold like substance around juice dispenser nozzles during inspection.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed boxes blocking hand wash sink. Operator moved boxes during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed at breakfast station in lobby.

25-02-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bathrooms next to kitchen.

31B-04-4

Dec 5, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle cleaner on counter with food **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

41-10-4

High Priority - Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Inspector spoke to employee **Corrected On-Site**

12A-11-4

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

31B-02-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

13-07-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Waffle mix **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Aug 2, 2022

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Toxic chemicals stored next to single service items , spray bottle on prep table**Repeat Violation**

41-10-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Yogurt 45 butter 55

03A-02-5

High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands.

12A-16-4

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

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by a chair and a rolling cart.

31A-09-4

Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.

16-23-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse stored on waffle mix

40-06-5

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Bracelet

13-07-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of apples and cases of waffle mix

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters stored with employees ear buds in them. **Repeat Violation**

25-06-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt) on file is from Aug 26, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt)?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt).

How does Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt) compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt) most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt)'s inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt) have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt) 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 Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Towneplace Suites Tampa Westshore South (Tpaxt) is inspected around two times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants

Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar

4411 W Gandy Blvd

Score: 86 — Low Risk

The Real Food Academy

5224 S Dale Mabry Hwy

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Favorite Sons

5224 S Dale Mabry Hwy

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Tampa → American restaurants in Florida → American restaurants in Tampa