Art of Food Catering in Tampa
Last inspected:
8548 N Dale Mabry Hwy Ste 2c, Tampa, FL 33614Art of Food Catering in Tampa has 17 inspections on record since May 2022, averaging 4.7 violations per inspection—below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. However, the most recent three inspections show significant escalation in violations, with employee health policy and proper hand/arm washing violations cited repeatedly. The July 2025 inspection documented six separate violations across these two categories and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation. The facility received a formal disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on July 15, 2025 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Art of Food Catering in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Art of Food Catering in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025043653 | $200.00 | Feb 13, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Art of Food Catering in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Art of Food Catering in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Art of Food Catering in Tampa last inspected?
- Art of Food Catering in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 15, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Art of Food Catering in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Art of Food Catering in Tampa are: Clean multi-use utensils, Adequate lighting, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Art of Food Catering in Tampa had?
- Art of Food Catering in Tampa has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Art of Food Catering in Tampa find?
- Art of Food Catering in Tampa was most recently inspected on July 15, 2025 with 3 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Art of Food Catering in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Art of Food Catering in Tampa 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 V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
- Has Art of Food Catering in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Art of Food Catering in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Art of Food Catering in Tampa been fined?
- Art of Food Catering in Tampa has been fined a total of $200.00 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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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