Westshore03

250 Westshore Plaza, Tampa, FL 33609
American
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
52
Score
High Risk

Inspectors have visited Westshore03 four times, with records going back to 2025. On Apr 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation”, showing up two times.

Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Westshore03 trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

4
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter missing vacuum breaker.
29-42-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment open and serving the public. License expired 2/1/2026 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken tenders 118 F next to fryers.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaner bottles stored next to soda boxes.
41-10-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer across from fryers soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
52
Sep 22, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: raw chicken 55 F, Per manager raw chicken has been thawing in garbage can for 2 hours.
03A-02-5
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.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Metal pan in handwash sink in kitchen. Employee removed. Metal pan covering handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under/ behind fryers on cooks line.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk oil and hot sauce on floor in storage shed.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop in bulk flour on cooks line.
10-01-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer on cooks line.
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing in large garbage can near back door.
06-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk boxes of Togo containers on floor near dry storage shelf.
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour on cooks line.
02D-01-5
50
Jul 23, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 30, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Westshore03 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Westshore03 on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Westshore03?

Across the inspection record, “reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Westshore03.

How does Westshore03 compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Westshore03 most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Westshore03's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Westshore03 have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Westshore03 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.