When was First Watch in Apollo Beach last inspected?

First Watch #0692 in Apollo Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 2, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.

What are the most common violations at First Watch in Apollo Beach?

The most frequently cited violations at First Watch #0692 in Apollo Beach are: Toxic substance control, Employee health reporting, No smoking signs.

How many health inspections has First Watch in Apollo Beach had?

First Watch #0692 in Apollo Beach has had 5 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of First Watch in Apollo Beach find?

First Watch #0692 in Apollo Beach was most recently inspected on April 2, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.

Has First Watch in Apollo Beach ever been shut down?

No, First Watch #0692 in Apollo Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

Has First Watch in Apollo Beach had any fire safety violations?

Yes, First Watch #0692 in Apollo Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

Has First Watch in Apollo Beach operated under other names?

Yes, this location previously operated as: First Watch Restaurant (2023).

First Watch in Apollo Beach

Last inspected: April 2, 2026

6596 N Us Hwy 41, Apollo Beach, FL 33572

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: First Watch Restaurant INC
DBPR License: SEA3919194
Previously: First Watch Restaurant (2023)

Part of: First Watch Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

First Watch #0692 in Apollo Beach accumulated 11 violations across 5 inspections between November 2023 and April 2026, averaging 2.2 violations per inspection, well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations included employee health reporting issues cited twice, hand washing violations, time as a control measure, consumer advisory requirements, and toxic substance control findings. A fire safety violation was documented on November 14, 2023 when an exit door was found locked and a back door was blocked with a cart. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on April 2, 2026 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition after a warning was issued on March 30, 2026 for a consumer advisory violation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

5Inspections

11Violations

0Closures

1Fire

Last inspected DBPR: April 2, 2026

First Watch in Apollo Beach: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 2.2 violations / inspection 2.2 violations per inspection

Hillsborough County Avg 5.75 violations / inspection 5.75 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

First Watch in Apollo Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

2023 — 1 fire violation

Nov 14, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Back door blocked with cart.

Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

First Watch in Apollo Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (5)

2026 — 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority

Apr 2, 2026 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 30, 2026 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

2024 — 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority

Sep 4, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 25, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

2023 — 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority

Nov 14, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs

V51 Premises clean

First Watch in Apollo Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was First Watch in Apollo Beach last inspected?: First Watch #0692 in Apollo Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 2, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at First Watch in Apollo Beach?: The most frequently cited violations at First Watch #0692 in Apollo Beach are: Toxic substance control, Employee health reporting, No smoking signs.
How many health inspections has First Watch in Apollo Beach had?: First Watch #0692 in Apollo Beach has had 5 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of First Watch in Apollo Beach find?: First Watch #0692 in Apollo Beach was most recently inspected on April 2, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has First Watch in Apollo Beach ever been shut down?: No, First Watch #0692 in Apollo Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has First Watch in Apollo Beach had any fire safety violations?: Yes, First Watch #0692 in Apollo Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has First Watch in Apollo Beach operated under other names?: Yes, this location previously operated as: First Watch Restaurant (2023).