Columbia Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
2117 E 7 Ave, Tampa, FL 336053903Columbia Restaurant in Tampa has accumulated 311 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 10 per visit. The facility has never been shut down for emergency violations. Food contact surfaces, shell stock requirements, and consumer advisories account for the majority of citations. In November 2023, an administrative complaint was recommended, followed by a callback inspection that resulted in compliance.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Columbia Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
10
violations / inspection
10 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Columbia Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024009385 | $200.00 | Nov 9, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale |
Columbia Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 2 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections47 violations · 35 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections44 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections32 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Columbia Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Columbia Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- Columbia Restaurant in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 8, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Columbia Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Columbia Restaurant in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Columbia Restaurant in Tampa had?
- Columbia Restaurant in Tampa has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Columbia Restaurant in Tampa find?
- Columbia Restaurant in Tampa was most recently inspected on December 8, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Columbia Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Columbia Restaurant in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- 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 Columbia Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Columbia Restaurant in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Columbia Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- Columbia Restaurant in Tampa has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
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