Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa
Last inspected:
11435 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618Part of: Carrabbas Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa has accumulated 190 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.3 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for roach and fly activity. In June 2024, inspectors issued an emergency order after finding 16 violations, followed by a callback inspection the next day that documented 12 continued violations. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation, food contact surface issues, and employee health reporting failures.
Most recent closure: June 12, 2024 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
7.1
violations / inspection
7.1 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
Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024035421 | $800.00 | Jun 12, 2024 | Jacksonville | |
| 3--2024022235 | $200.00 | Jan 18, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections34 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa last inspected?
- Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa last shut down?
- Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa was last shut down on June 12, 2024 for roach & 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 Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa had?
- Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa find?
- Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 24, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa been fined?
- Carrabba's Italian Grill in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,000.00 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).
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