Fat Tuesday in Tampa

Last inspected:

1704 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605
Overview

Fat Tuesday in Tampa has accumulated 350 violations across 51 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.9 per visit. The facility operated as Big Easy Bar from 2016 to 2022 before rebranding. State fire records document 26 fire safety violations, including repeated citations for cooking equipment without proper hood suppression systems. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $780 in fines, with the largest single penalty at $300.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

51Inspections
350Violations
0Closures
18Fire
$780in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Fat Tuesday in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 6.9 violations / inspection 6.9 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.75 violations / inspection 5.75 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Fat Tuesday in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $780.00

Disciplinary action history for Fat Tuesday in Tampa
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2022008481 $200.00 Jan 26, 2022 Tampa
3--2017049263 $300.00 Aug 22, 2017 Miami (Doral)
3--2016057003 $280.00 Dec 2, 2016 Tampa

Fat Tuesday in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (18)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Table top fryer in new storage/prep area - From follow-up inspection 2022-01-27: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Table top fryer in new storage/prep area
— 5 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Call Back - Complied

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Increased seating to over 90 + seats without approval. For reporting purposes only - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-19: ****this violation is due by August 18***** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-08-20: Per Carol time extend 60days in light of new management. Inspector reiterated that even though Fire dept. is in the process of permitting for the remodel that is ongoing, plans and seating evaluation still need to be submitted to Tallahassee **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-10-19: Per Carol time extend 30 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was emailed current seating evaluation with waste management sign off updated. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-11-19: Per Carol time extend 60 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was shown updated paperwork and informed of ongoing Walk in cooler construction **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2019-01-24: Per Carol time extend 60 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was shown updated paperwork and informed of ongoing Walk in cooler construction **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2019-03-25: Per Jessica time extend 60 days to give remodel time/ fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2019-05-24: Per Lindsay time extend since fire department's recent visit earlier this week and they did not sign off on the paperwork **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2019-07-23: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2019-09-24: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Increased seating over 90+ seats without approval - already on existing callback - From follow-up inspection 2019-07-24: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Increased seating to over 90 + seats without approval. For reporting purposes only - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-19: ****this violation is due by August 18***** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-08-20: Per Carol time extend 60days in light of new management. Inspector reiterated that even though Fire dept. is in the process of permitting for the remodel that is ongoing, plans and seating evaluation still need to be submitted to Tallahassee **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-10-19: Per Carol time extend 30 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was emailed current seating evaluation with waste management sign off updated. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-11-19: Per Carol time extend 60 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was shown updated paperwork and informed of ongoing Walk in cooler construction **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2019-01-24: Per Carol time extend 60 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was shown updated paperwork and informed of ongoing Walk in cooler construction **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2019-03-25: Per Jessica time extend 60 days to give remodel time/ fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2019-05-24: Per Lindsay time extend since fire department's recent visit earlier this week and they did not sign off on the paperwork **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2019-07-23: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Increased seating to over 90 + seats without approval. For reporting purposes only - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-19: ****this violation is due by August 18***** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-08-20: Per Carol time extend 60days in light of new management. Inspector reiterated that even though Fire dept. is in the process of permitting for the remodel that is ongoing, plans and seating evaluation still need to be submitted to Tallahassee **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-10-19: Per Carol time extend 30 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was emailed current seating evaluation with waste management sign off updated. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-11-19: Per Carol time extend 60 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was shown updated paperwork and informed of ongoing Walk in cooler construction **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2019-01-24: Per Carol time extend 60 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was shown updated paperwork and informed of ongoing Walk in cooler construction **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2019-03-25: Per Jessica time extend 60 days to give remodel time/ fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Increased seating to over 90 + seats without approval. For reporting purposes only - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-19: ****this violation is due by August 18***** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-08-20: Per Carol time extend 60days in light of new management. Inspector reiterated that even though Fire dept. is in the process of permitting for the remodel that is ongoing, plans and seating evaluation still need to be submitted to Tallahassee **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-10-19: Per Carol time extend 30 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was emailed current seating evaluation with waste management sign off updated. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-11-19: Per Carol time extend 60 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was shown updated paperwork and informed of ongoing Walk in cooler construction **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2019-01-24: Per Carol time extend 60 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was shown updated paperwork and informed of ongoing Walk in cooler construction **Time Extended**
— 8 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Increased seating to over 90 + seats without approval. For reporting purposes only - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-19: ****this violation is due by August 18***** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-08-20: Per Carol time extend 60days in light of new management. Inspector reiterated that even though Fire dept. is in the process of permitting for the remodel that is ongoing, plans and seating evaluation still need to be submitted to Tallahassee **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-10-19: Per Carol time extend 30 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was emailed current seating evaluation with waste management sign off updated. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-11-19: Per Carol time extend 60 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was shown updated paperwork and informed of ongoing Walk in cooler construction **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : From prior inspection/callback ::::Increased seats 90+ without approval. For reporting purposes only. Per Carol time extend 60days in light of new management. Inspector reiterated that even though Fire dept. is in the process of permitting for the remodel that is ongoing, plans and seating evaluation still need to be submitted to Tallahassee - From follow-up inspection 2018-08-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-10-22: Per Carol time extend 30 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was emailed current seating evaluation with waste management sign off updated. **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Increased seating to over 90 + seats without approval. For reporting purposes only - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-19: ****this violation is due by August 18***** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-08-20: Per Carol time extend 60days in light of new management. Inspector reiterated that even though Fire dept. is in the process of permitting for the remodel that is ongoing, plans and seating evaluation still need to be submitted to Tallahassee **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-10-19: Per Carol time extend 30 days to give remodel time (e.g walk in cooler installation, flooring, etc.) and fire department to sign off on seating evaluation. Inspector was emailed current seating evaluation with waste management sign off updated. **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : From prior inspection/callback ::::Increased seats 90+ without approval. For reporting purposes only. Per Carol time extend 60days in light of new management. Inspector reiterated that even though Fire dept. is in the process of permitting for the remodel that is ongoing, plans and seating evaluation still need to be submitted to Tallahassee - From follow-up inspection 2018-08-22: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Increased seating to over 90 + seats without approval. For reporting purposes only - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-19: ****this violation is due by August 18***** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-08-20: Per Carol time extend 60days in light of new management. Inspector reiterated that even though Fire dept. is in the process of permitting for the remodel that is ongoing, plans and seating evaluation still need to be submitted to Tallahassee **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Increased seating to over 90 + seats without approval. For reporting purposes only - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-19: ****this violation is due by August 18***** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-20: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Increased seating to over 90 + seats without approval. For reporting purposes only - From follow-up inspection 2018-06-19: ****this violation is due by August 18***** **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Increased seating to over 90 + seats without approval. For reporting purposes only
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
— 2 fire violations

— Complaint Full · 48-04-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-09-20: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection on 2016-10-25: Propane tank inside building

— Complaint Full · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.

Fat Tuesday in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (51)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

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Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections32 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 13 inspections55 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

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— 12 inspections104 violations · 50 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 25 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections22 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 5 inspections29 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

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Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

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Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

Fat Tuesday in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fat Tuesday in Tampa last inspected?
Fat Tuesday in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 10, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Fat Tuesday in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Fat Tuesday in Tampa are: Proper ventilation, Premises clean, Non-food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Fat Tuesday in Tampa had?
Fat Tuesday in Tampa has had 51 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Fat Tuesday in Tampa find?
Fat Tuesday in Tampa was most recently inspected on February 10, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Fat Tuesday in Tampa ever been shut down?
No, Fat Tuesday 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 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.
Has Fat Tuesday in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Fat Tuesday in Tampa has 18 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Fat Tuesday in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Fat Tuesday in Tampa has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $780.00 in fines.
How much has Fat Tuesday in Tampa been fined?
Fat Tuesday in Tampa has been fined a total of $780.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Fat Tuesday in Tampa operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Big Easy Bar (2016-2022).

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