Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa
Last inspected:
1001 N Westshore Avenue, Tampa, FL 33607Blue A Tampa Bistro has been emergency-closed once, on January 29, 2024, for rodent and fly activity. The facility has accumulated 189 violations across 25 inspections dating back several years, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection — roughly 46 percent above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurrent: proper hand and arm washing violations appeared in at least 4 inspections; employee health reporting violations in at least 3 inspections; food contact surface violations in at least 5 inspections; handwashing facility violations in at least 3 inspections; management awareness violations in at least 3 inspections; and approved food source violations in at least 2 inspections. The facility also has a history of fire safety violations — boiler inspection documentation was cited as missing in November 2023 and July 2024. Three disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines have been issued. The most recent inspection on March 2, 2026 resulted in a Warning Issued disposition after 21 violations were found, including high-priority violations for management awareness, approved food source, proper hand and arm washing, and handwashing facilities. A follow-up inspection on March 9, 2026 found 3 violations and was marked Call Back - Complied.
Most recent closure: January 29, 2024 for rodent & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025071466 | $400.00 | Sep 4, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2024009219 | $400.00 | Jan 29, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2021022901 | $200.00 | Mar 9, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-01-5 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa last inspected?
- Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 9, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa last shut down?
- Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa was last shut down on January 29, 2024 for rodent & fly 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 Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa are: Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa had?
- Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa find?
- Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 9, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa been fined?
- Blue a Tampa Bistro in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 3 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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