World of Beer

2815 E Fowler St, Tampa, FL 33612
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
45
Score
High Risk

The health department has logged 10 inspections at World of Beer, the earliest from 2022. On Feb 10, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near eight violations each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “equipment in poor repair”, showing up four times.

That's lower than the typical Tampa restaurant, which scores around 79. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

10
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher in bar area has an empty bucket of sanitizer connected to dishwasher. Manager added full bucket of sanitizer to dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
22-47-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. crab Rangoon (56F - Cold Holding); brisket (49F - Cold Holding)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. crab Rangoon (56F - Cold Holding); brisket (49F - Cold Holding)
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda dispenser nozzles in bar area is soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No high temperature measuring device for dishwasher . **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black mold like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil stored and standing at water at 128°F
10-07-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Quaternary ammonia sanitation bucket tested 0ppm of Quaternary ammonia. Manager refilled bucket re-tested at 200ppm of Quaternary ammonia. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-07-4
45
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
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. Macaroni and cheese bites Cold holding: 47F. Items placed inside walk in cooler for rapid chill.
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 - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes stacked on top of each other preventing proper air drying.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor underneath dishwasher.
36-22-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Onions not washed before preparation. Staff washed onions. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet cloth sitting on cutting board on reach in cooler on cooks line.
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution other than chlorine, quaternary ammonia or iodine, not at proper minimum strength, not used according to label instructions. Sanitizer solution tested 0ppm of quaternary ammonia. Manager refilled bucket re-tested at 200ppm of quaternary ammonia. **Corrected On-Site**
21-45-1
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer solution stored in floor in bar area. Manager removed and properly stored solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
50
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle in spinach artichoke dip. Operator removed scoop to be washed at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-06-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Drain plug missing on smaller dumpster at time of inspection.
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lids open. Operator closed lids during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Observed one carbon dioxide tank not secured during inspection. Operator secured during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on line are grooved at time of inspection.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on shelf next to single service food prep items. Operator moved employee drink during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
74
Aug 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink splitter.
29-42-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator stocked at time of inspection. Back handwashing sink in bar area. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle on prep rack not labeled. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Luke Worley 08-29-2024
53A-03-7
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Operator blocked off area. Roof leak near back prep sink area, operator removed all equipment to wash and sanitize. Operator mopped at time of inspection, maintenance scheduled to come after inspection. Discussed with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
28-02-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee drink on food prep area in back kitchen. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler closest to dish area on cook line in disrepair **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Pickles stored on floor, operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
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. Scoop in flour bin, operator placed in dish pit at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
50
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting in back drying area. Discussed with operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-20: Wet nesting observed on dry rack in back, discussed with operator. **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler next to fryers. Grooved cutting boards on make line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-20: Operator states he is waiting on quote to have gaskets replaced. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
90
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Birria Broth (126F - Hot Holding) REHEATED TO Birria Broth (197F - Hot Holding) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization (3-compartment sink) until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Discussed with operator maintaining. Operator called and scheduled maintenance. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cart in front of hand wash sink in back prep area. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop in flour in back prep, operator replaced with handled scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting in back drying area. Discussed with operator. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler next to fryers. Grooved cutting boards on make line. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor of freezer soiled with debris **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Hood soiled above cook line in kitchen. **Warning**
36-68-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils on cook line near 4 burner standing in 71F water **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at bar Handsink towards middle. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on containers in back dry storage. Operator removed labels at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer buckets stored on floor in bar area, operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-38-4
41
Oct 24, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher tested 0ppm of chlorine. Had a discussion with manager about using 3 compartment sink until dishwasher is working properly. **Warning**
22-41-4
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. Gave operator body fluids clean up sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on cooks line reach in cooler has stains and is no longer cleanable.
22-02-4
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. Gave operator physical copy of employee reporting agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife's stored in between pans inside reach in cooler on cooks line. Manager removed knife's and placed at dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored inside reach in cooler on cooks line. Manager removed drink and properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
58
Mar 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles with yellow substance inside unlabeled. Manager labeled bottles. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-08: Spray bottles unlabeled. **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on make tables at cook line have deep grooves in surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-08: Cutting board on make tables at cook line have deep grooves in surface. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler next to over and across from flattop grill has broken bolts which cannot support lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-08: Reach in cooler next to over and across from flattop grill has broken bolts which cannot support lid. Manager ordered reach in cooler. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
14-11-5
82
Dec 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Manager set up three compartment sink. Dish machine mechanic flushed line during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-49-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage cans blocking hand wash sink next to dish machine. Manager moved cans.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near dish machine. Manager refilled dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black build up on surface of ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Old food debris on exterior of dish machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications.
16-01-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Drink in reach in cooler across from fryer. Employee re,over item. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was World of Beer last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at World of Beer on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at World of Beer?

Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at World of Beer.

How does World of Beer compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

World of Beer most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has World of Beer's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at World of Beer have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at World of Beer 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.

How often is World of Beer inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, World of Beer is inspected around three times per year on average.