Hillsborough County — Food Safety Records
Hillsborough County, Florida has 2888 food establishments with 58,881 inspections on record. 66 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 82.1%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.7 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Cypress Creek Golf Club in Sun City Center, shut down August 5, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
Largest fine: $1,440 assessed to Charleys Cheesesteaks Wings in Tampa on March 27, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Hillsborough County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Hillsborough County
82.1%
Pass Rate
82.1%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Hillsborough County
5.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.7
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Hillsborough County
2.29
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.29
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Hillsborough County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Creek Golf Club | Sun City Center | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Devito's Italian Specialties | Tampa | Roach activity | |
| Rotis Indian Restaurant | Riverview | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Fryer House | Tampa | No handwashing sink | |
| Dunkin Donuts/baskin Robbins | Tampa | Fly activity | |
| Ny Ny Pizza | Tampa | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Marthas Family Restaurant INC | Seffner | Roach & fly activity | |
| Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar | Tampa | Roach activity | |
| Minano Ramen | Tampa | Roach activity | |
| Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza | Brandon | Roach activity |
Hillsborough County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Terrace Golf&country Cl | Temple Terrace | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Secret Garden | Tampa | 1 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Panera Bread #3340 | Tampa | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway #22795 | Lithia | 4 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Subway #26710 | Tampa | 7 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Sweetwater Franchise Group LLC | Lithia | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chipotle Mexican Grill #823 | Tampa | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Mr Dunderbaks | Tampa | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Eurest Dining @ Verizon Tech Center | Tampa | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Yogurtology | Tampa | 2 (1 high) | Call Back - Complied |
Hillsborough County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 553,059 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 445,176 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 425,745 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 400,261 |
| 12 | Shell stock requirements | 302,234 |
Hillsborough County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 2026 | Charleys Cheesesteaks Wings | $1,440 | 3--2025055624 |
| Dec 4, 2025 | Ruby Tuesday | $1,100 | 3--2025082697 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | New York New York Pizza | $1,100 | 3--2026027279 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Taqueria Mexico Lindo | $1,040 | 3--2026021257 |
| May 27, 2026 | Kona Grill | $1,000 | 3--2026005207 |
| Mar 27, 2026 | Charleys Cheesesteaks Wings | $960 | 3--2025079134 |
| Oct 10, 2025 | Placita Bar & Grill | $880 | 3--2025047542 |
| Sep 29, 2025 | Winghouse Bar and Grill | $800 | 3--2025062133 |
| Oct 8, 2025 | Chanta Authentic European Cuisine | $800 | 3--2025059979 |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Tropical Cuisine | $800 | 3--2025070913 |
Hillsborough County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Other fire safety violation | 369 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 275 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 173 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 137 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 111 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 85 |
| Sprinkler system issue | 2 |
| Fire alarm/smoke detector issue | 1 |
Hillsborough County: Notable Restaurants
La Giraldilla Tampa
59 inspections
743 violations
5 closures
Aguila Sandwich Shop
60 inspections
682 violations
5 closures
Hanley Sport INC
48 inspections
637 violations
5 closures
Riverview Fresh Cuisine
68 inspections
699 violations
3 closures
Joe's New York Diner LLC
67 inspections
677 violations
3 closures
Jalsa Indian Modern Kitchen
61 inspections
575 violations
4 closures
Hillsborough County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 57 | 3,723 | 7 |
| Dunkin | 52 | 3,979 | 4 |
| Subway | 51 | 3,538 | 4 |
| Burger King | 39 | 2,285 | 8 |
| Taco Bell | 31 | 2,216 | 1 |
| Wendys | 24 | 2,368 | 6 |
| Chipotle | 22 | 1,427 | 2 |
| Chick-fil-a | 20 | 1,838 | 3 |
| Jersey Mikes | 17 | 1,212 | 1 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 14 | 813 | 0 |
Hillsborough County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Hillsborough County?
- Hillsborough County, Florida has 2888 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Hillsborough County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Hillsborough County is 82.1%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Hillsborough County this year?
- 66 food establishments in Hillsborough County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Hillsborough County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Hillsborough County are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Hillsborough County?
- McDonalds has the most locations in Hillsborough County with 57 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Hillsborough County?
- Cypress Creek Golf Club in Sun City Center was shut down on August 5, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
- How does Hillsborough County compare to the Florida state average?
- Hillsborough County has a pass rate of 82.1%, which is 3.6 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.7 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Hillsborough County?
- Food establishments in Hillsborough County have an average of 20.4 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Hillsborough County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Hillsborough County have been assessed $642,835 in fines across 1,672 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $397 and the largest single fine was $9,000.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Hillsborough County restaurants?
- 1,153 fire safety violations have been documented across 536 food establishments in Hillsborough County. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
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Hillsborough County Restaurants & Food Establishments (2,851)
Bayscape at Heritage Isles 2 closures
10630 PLANTATION BAY DR, Tampa
25 inspections · 126 violations · Last: May 2026Dairy Queen 2 closures
602 W BRANDON BLVD, Brandon
39 inspections · 117 violations · Last: Jul 2026Outback Steakhouse 2 closures
16547 FISH HAWK BLVD, Lithia
30 inspections · 113 violations · Last: Feb 2026Astro Skating Center 2 closures
750 W ROBERTSON ST, Brandon
23 inspections · 107 violations · Last: Aug 2025McDonald's 2 closures
1002 S 78 ST, Tampa
22 inspections · 104 violations · Last: Dec 2025Pollo Tropical #217 2 closures
5101 E FOWLER AVE, Tampa
27 inspections · 101 violations · Last: Aug 2026McDonald's #2152 2 closures
5001 TAMIAMI TRL, Ruskin
17 inspections · 95 violations · Last: Apr 2026Mikey's Place 2 closures
3412 W BAKER ST UNIT B, Plant City
18 inspections · 72 violations · Last: Mar 2026Juice Time Frouj Abu Alabed Papa Kanafa 2 closures
11401 N 56 ST STE 23, Temple Terrace
16 inspections · 56 violations · Last: May 2026Babylon Hookah Lounge 2 closures
4812 E BUSCH BLVD SUITE A, Tampa
15 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Jan 2026Urban Air Adventure Park 2 closures
6250 COMMERCE PALMS DR, Tampa
16 inspections · 43 violations · Last: Apr 2026Saigon Deli II 1 closure
3858 W WATERS AVE, Tampa
47 inspections · 788 violations · Last: Jun 2026Yummy House China Bistro INC 1 closure
2620 EAST HILLSBOROUGH AVE STE 101, Tampa
47 inspections · 609 violations · Last: May 2026Thai Chilli Pepper Lutz 1 closure
17669 N DALE MABRY HWY, Lutz
48 inspections · 567 violations · Last: May 2026Minerva Indian Restaurant 1 closure
19050 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD, Tampa
45 inspections · 552 violations · Last: May 2026New China 1 closure
3801 W GANDY BLVD STE E, Tampa
40 inspections · 542 violations · Last: Dec 2025Saki Endless Sushi and Hibachi Restaurant 1 closure
11921 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 12, Tampa
43 inspections · 541 violations · Last: Nov 2025Samaria Cafe 1 closure
502 N TAMPA ST, Tampa
41 inspections · 517 violations · Last: Jul 2026Liborio's Latin Cafe and Catering 1 closure
8210 E CAUSEWAY BLVD, Tampa
47 inspections · 508 violations · Last: Jan 2026Shanghai Dumpling House 1 closure
1120 E FOWLER AVE, Tampa
39 inspections · 497 violations · Last: Feb 2026