First Watch Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
13186 N Dale Mabry, Tampa, FL 33618Part of: First Watch Florida health inspections, violations & closures
First Watch Restaurant #81 in Tampa has been emergency-closed once for roach activity on January 20, 2023, and subsequently received a disciplinary action with $400 in fines. The facility has 25 inspections on record spanning the data range, averaging 4.96 violations per inspection—close to the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have recurred across multiple inspections, including proper hand and arm washing violations cited in at least 3 inspections (September 2025, September 2023), employee health reporting violations in 2 of the last 3 inspections, and shell stock handling violations in 2 inspections (September 2023, March 2023). The most recent inspection on November 17, 2025 resulted in a call back compliance with only 1 basic violation, following a warning issued in September 2025 for 8 violations including high-priority hand washing and employee health reporting issues.
Most recent closure: January 20, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
First Watch Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
First Watch Restaurant in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
First Watch Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023005937 | $400.00 | Jan 20, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale |
First Watch Restaurant in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
First Watch Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections20 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
First Watch Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is First Watch Restaurant in Tampa under active enforcement?
- Records show 4 emergency order inspections between January 20, 2023 and January 23, 2023. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was First Watch Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- First Watch Restaurant #81 in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 17, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was First Watch Restaurant in Tampa last shut down?
- First Watch Restaurant #81 in Tampa was last shut down on January 20, 2023 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at First Watch Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at First Watch Restaurant #81 in Tampa are: Consumer advisory, Single-use items, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has First Watch Restaurant in Tampa had?
- First Watch Restaurant #81 in Tampa has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of First Watch Restaurant in Tampa find?
- First Watch Restaurant #81 in Tampa was most recently inspected on November 17, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has First Watch Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, First Watch Restaurant #81 in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- Has First Watch Restaurant in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, First Watch Restaurant #81 in Tampa has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has First Watch Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, First Watch Restaurant #81 in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has First Watch Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- First Watch Restaurant #81 in Tampa has been fined a total of $400.00 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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