California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa
2223 N Westshore Blvd #189, Tampa, FL 33607
California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa has accumulated 187 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.7 per visit. The most frequently cited violations involve time as a temperature control method, shell stock requirements, and food contact surface sanitation. In March 2026, the facility received an administrative complaint after inspectors conducted three consecutive callbacks over four days, with each visit documenting continued violations including high-priority items.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: March 16, 2026
California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.76
violations / inspection
5.76 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Establishment increasing seats from 220 to 248. Operator has partially completed Seating Change Evaluation Form. **Corrective Action Taken**
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.
California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 3 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections19 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 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· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa last inspected?
- California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa are: Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa had?
- California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa find?
- California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- 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 California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, California Pizza Kitchen in Tampa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Nearby Establishments to California Pizza Kitchen
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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.
This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with California Pizza Kitchen. How we collect and verify this data.