Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa
Last inspected:
6299 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33634Part of: Chick-fil-A Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Chick-fil-A at Waters Ave in Tampa has accumulated 95 violations across 21 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have appeared repeatedly, including employee health reporting (cited in at least 3 inspections), shell stock requirements (4 inspections), proper cooking temperatures, time as a control measure, and correct procedures. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on February 25, 2026 identified one high-priority violation related to parasite destruction and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 5 inspections8 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 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 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa last inspected?
- Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper sewage disposal, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa had?
- Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa find?
- Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa was most recently inspected on September 16, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
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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.
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