Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton
Last inspected:
6226 Ohio Ave, Gibsonton, FL 33534River's Edge in Gibsonton has accumulated 415 violations across 39 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.6 per visit. The facility faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $920 in fines. Fire inspections documented a propane tank stored inside the building in 2017 and identified significant seating capacity increases from 75 to 298 that strained the septic system, prompting multiple follow-up inspections and an administrative complaint in 2022. From June 2022 through November 2023, the facility received repeated call-backs with administrative complaints recommended, though recent inspections from 2024 onward show compliance without further action needed.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
10.5
violations / inspection
10.5 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.68
violations / inspection
5.68 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $920.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023022894 | $360.00 | Apr 3, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2022049870 | $560.00 | Jun 29, 2022 | Tampa |
Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (11)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: For reporting purposes only. Increase in seating from 75 to 180. For reporting purpose only.
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.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Increased seating from 75 to approximately 298. Establishment on septic. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2022-04-29: - From follow-up inspection 2022-06-29: Not completed yet. Establishment waiting on permit approval for larger septic tank. **Admin Complaint**
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.
— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Increased seating from 75 to approximately 298. Establishment on septic. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2022-04-29:
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.
— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Increased seating from 75 to approximately 298. Establishment on septic. For reporting purposes only.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Back storage building
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.
— 6 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-12-06: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire suppression system in red **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection on 2016-12-07: Fire suppression system in red **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2016-12-08: Ansul system
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-12-06: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire suppression system in red **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection on 2016-12-07: Fire suppression system in red **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire suppression system in red **Repeat Violation**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-04-13: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire suppression system, 2 fire extinguishers used recently on fire occurring in parking lot and will be calling to get them refilled - From follow-up inspection on 2016-04-14: ANSUL system and 2 fire extinguishers **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2016-04-20: ANSUL system and 2 fire extinguishers **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-04-13: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire suppression system, 2 fire extinguishers used recently on fire occurring in parking lot and will be calling to get them refilled - From follow-up inspection on 2016-04-14: ANSUL system and 2 fire extinguishers **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire suppression system, 2 fire extinguishers used recently on fire occurring in parking lot and will be calling to get them refilled
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.
Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (41)
— 2 inspections14 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections55 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections70 violations · 36 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 20 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections54 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 6 inspections33 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton last inspected?
- Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton are: Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory, Premises clean.
- How many health inspections has Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton had?
- Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton has had 41 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton find?
- Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton was most recently inspected on September 21, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton ever been shut down?
- No, Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
- Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
- Has Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton has 11 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $920.00 in fines.
- How much has Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton been fined?
- Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton has been fined a total of $920.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Rivers Edge Bar and Grill in Gibsonton operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: River's Edge (2016-2023).
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