How many health inspections has DAVE & BUSTER'S had?

DAVE & BUSTER'S has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has DAVE & BUSTER'S ever been shut down?

No, DAVE & BUSTER'S has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at DAVE & BUSTER'S?

The most frequently cited violations at DAVE & BUSTER'S are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?

PEST ENTRY: Unprotected outer openings (doors, windows, vents) allow entry of flies, rodents, birds, and other pests. A single open door can admit hundreds of flies in minutes — each carrying 100+ pathogens. Gaps around doors allow mice (1/4 inch) and rats (1/2 inch) to enter. Birds nest in rafters, contaminating food with droppings carrying Salmonella and Histoplasma. Protect all outer openings: install self-closing doors, tight-fitting screens on windows and vents, air curtains at frequently used entrances, door sweeps on exterior doors. Seal gaps around pipes and utility penetrations. Keep doors closed when not in active use. Maintain screens in good repair — no holes or tears.

DAVE & BUSTER'S

10209 ESTUARY LAKES DRIVE, Tampa, FL 33619

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: DAVE & BUSTERS OF FLORIDA LP · License: SEA3917842

DAVE & BUSTER'S in Tampa, FL has 21 inspections on record with 143 total violations (6.8 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

21Inspections

143Violations

0Closures

Data current as of January 16, 2025

Inspection History (21)

Jan 16, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 7, 2024 — Routine - Food· 9 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Mar 1, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Nov 1, 2023 — Routine - Food· 11 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Mar 30, 2023 — Complaint Full· 17 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Dec 6, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Mar 29, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Jul 26, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Apr 15, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Jul 15, 2020 — Complaint Full· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mar 3, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 21, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V42 Equipment condition

Mar 20, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V09 No contamination

V14 Food contact surfaces

Mar 19, 2019 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 20, 2018 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 14, 2018 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Feb 9, 2018 — Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 29, 2018 — Complaint Partial· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 5, 2018 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 4, 2018 — Complaint Full· 15 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 19, 2017 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

How Does This Facility Compare?

DAVE & BUSTER'S has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Hillsborough County average of 0.16 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.8 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.43.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has DAVE & BUSTER'S had?: DAVE & BUSTER'S has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has DAVE & BUSTER'S ever been shut down?: No, DAVE & BUSTER'S has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at DAVE & BUSTER'S?: The most frequently cited violations at DAVE & BUSTER'S are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils.

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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.

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