Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa
Last inspected:
514 Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa has accumulated 213 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.3 per visit. The facility was shut down once in 2023 for a sewage issue and rodent activity. Fire inspectors documented a cooking equipment hood suppression system violation in 2019. Top recurring violations involve proper ventilation, multi-use utensil cleanliness, and food contact surfaces.
Most recent closure: March 22, 2023 for sewage issue/rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
7.3
violations / inspection
7.3 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023016656 | $400.00 | Mar 22, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale |
Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · 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. Large electrical stove/oven
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.
Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections21 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa last inspected?
- Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa last shut down?
- Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa was last shut down on March 22, 2023 for sewage issue/rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa had?
- Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa find?
- Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- 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.
- Has Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa been fined?
- Bavaro's Pizzeria in Tampa has been fined a total of $400.00 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).
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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