Checkers in Tampa
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4959 E Broadway, Tampa, FL 336054705Part of: Checkers Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Checkers #280 in Tampa has been emergency-closed twice: on July 26, 2023 for roach activity and on September 22, 2021 for rain contaminating food and food contact surfaces. The facility has accumulated 197 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection—significantly higher than the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. Recurring violations include employee health policy violations (cited in at least 4 inspections), chemical storage violations (at least 4 inspections), food contact surface violations (at least 5 inspections), and consumer advisory violations (documented in nearly every recent inspection). On March 9, 2026, the most recent inspection documented one high-priority consumer advisory violation and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: July 26, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Checkers in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Checkers in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (2)
Checkers in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023048742 | $800.00 | Jul 26, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2021044575 | $400.00 | Sep 22, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Checkers in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 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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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections49 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Checkers in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Checkers in Tampa under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between July 26, 2023 and July 27, 2023. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Checkers in Tampa last inspected?
- Checkers #280 in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Checkers in Tampa last shut down?
- Checkers #280 in Tampa was last shut down on July 26, 2023 for roach 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 Checkers in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Checkers #280 in Tampa are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Checkers in Tampa had?
- Checkers #280 in Tampa has had 27 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 Checkers in Tampa find?
- Checkers #280 in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 9, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Checkers in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Checkers #280 in Tampa has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- Has Checkers in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Checkers #280 in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Checkers in Tampa been fined?
- Checkers #280 in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,200.00 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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