Dip and Happy in Tampa
Last inspected:
102 Tyler St, Tampa, FL 33602Dip and Happy, a 59-seat permanent food service establishment in Tampa, has had 3 inspections on record since March 2025, with 9 violations documented. An October 13, 2025 routine inspection found 3 high-priority violations for improper cooking temperatures, along with 2 intermediate and 1 basic violation, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition. The facility returned for callback on December 16, 2025 and achieved compliance with no violations cited. No emergency closures have been recorded.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Dip and Happy in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Dip and Happy in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (4)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Dip and Happy in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dip and Happy in Tampa last inspected?
- Dip and Happy in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 3, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Dip and Happy in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dip and Happy in Tampa are: Outer openings protected, Wiping cloths usage, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Dip and Happy in Tampa had?
- Dip and Happy in Tampa has had 4 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dip and Happy in Tampa find?
- Dip and Happy in Tampa was most recently inspected on August 3, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Dip and Happy in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Dip and Happy in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
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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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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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