Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa
Last inspected:
8240 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33615Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa has accumulated 232 violations across 31 inspections dating back to 2016, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection—nearly 50 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure, but disciplinary enforcement has been initiated twice with combined fines of $360. A critical pattern of high-priority violations runs throughout the record: employee health policy violations appeared in at least 5 inspections, hand washing violations in at least 4, shell stock requirement violations in 6, and food in good condition violations in 6. Fire safety enforcement added pressure in February 2025 when an inspector documented use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors and smoke with no hood suppression system installed. The most recent inspection on February 23, 2026 identified 18 violations including food contact surface contamination and consumer advisory failures across multiple instances, leading to a Call Back disposition with an administrative complaint recommended—signaling formal disciplinary proceedings are likely underway.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $360.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026001874 | $160.00 | Dec 16, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2019035900 | $200.00 | Mar 29, 2019 | Tampa |
Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 13 violations (9 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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— 4 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 6 inspections40 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa last inspected?
- Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa had?
- Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa has had 32 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 Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa find?
- Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 29, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery 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 V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
- Has Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $360.00 in fines.
- How much has Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa been fined?
- Caribbean Sandwich Shop and Bakery in Tampa has been fined a total of $360.00 across 2 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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