Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach
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6104 N Us Highway 41, Apollo Beach, FL 33572Part of: Hungry Howies Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Hungry Howies #197 in Apollo Beach averaged 6.3 violations per inspection across 18 inspections since July 2020, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations appeared in 11 of the 18 inspections, with employee health policy, hand-washing, shell stock handling, and food temperature control cited repeatedly across the record. Employee health policy violations were documented in 5 separate inspections (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025), and proper hand-washing violations appeared in 7 inspections — a pattern indicating systemic staff training deficiencies. Shell stock requirement violations were cited in 6 inspections, suggesting persistent confusion around raw shellfish handling and documentation. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. A portable fire extinguisher was found missing from its designated location on July 1, 2021. The most recent inspection on July 25, 2025 resulted in 14 violations (3 intermediate, 4 basic, reported under 6 high-priority findings in the violation detail) and an administrative complaint recommendation — a formal escalation signaling potential state enforcement proceedings.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025065271 | $160.00 | Jul 25, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued
Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach last inspected?
- Hungry Howies #197 in Apollo Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 25, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hungry Howies #197 in Apollo Beach are: Outer openings protected, Shell stock requirements, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach had?
- Hungry Howies #197 in Apollo Beach has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach find?
- Hungry Howies #197 in Apollo Beach was most recently inspected on July 25, 2025 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Hungry Howies #197 in Apollo Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- Has Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Hungry Howies #197 in Apollo Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hungry Howies #197 in Apollo Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Hungry Howies in Apollo Beach been fined?
- Hungry Howies #197 in Apollo Beach has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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