2 Alex's in Tampa
Last inspected:
7049 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 336342 Alex's in Tampa has accumulated 341 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.5 per visit. The facility has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,840 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $600. In December 2025, inspectors cited a cooking hood system deficiency and found a sandwich press improperly stored on a prep table. The facility's inspection history shows a recurring pattern of warnings and compliance callbacks, with the most recent inspection in December 2025 documenting 17 violations including 5 high-priority items.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
2 Alex's in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
9.5
violations / inspection
9.5 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
2 Alex's in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,840.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019054944 | $400.00 | Sep 11, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2018009685 | $600.00 | Jan 22, 2018 | Tampa | |
| 3--2016048670 | $400.00 | Oct 27, 2016 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015043150 | $440.00 | Sep 3, 2015 | Tampa |
2 Alex's in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Sandwich press machine stored on prep table on cookline.
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.
2 Alex's in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 2 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 6 inspections49 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections36 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections33 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections35 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
2 Alex's in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was 2 Alex's in Tampa last inspected?
- 2 Alex's in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 15, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at 2 Alex's in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at 2 Alex's in Tampa are: Consumer advisory, Employee health policy, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has 2 Alex's in Tampa had?
- 2 Alex's in Tampa has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of 2 Alex's in Tampa find?
- 2 Alex's in Tampa was most recently inspected on December 15, 2025 with 17 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has 2 Alex's in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, 2 Alex's in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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.
- Has 2 Alex's in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, 2 Alex's in Tampa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has 2 Alex's in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, 2 Alex's in Tampa has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,840.00 in fines.
- How much has 2 Alex's in Tampa been fined?
- 2 Alex's in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,840.00 across 4 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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