Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
1235 E Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33604Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa has accumulated 433 violations across 40 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.8 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. Food contact surfaces (30), proper ventilation (24), and chemical storage (23) are the top recurring violations. The restaurant has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,400 in fines, with the largest single penalty reaching $800.
Most recent closure: June 22, 2017 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
10.6
violations / inspection
10.6 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (2)
Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2017031993 | — | Jun 22, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2017031985 | $800.00 | Jun 20, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2016053699 | $400.00 | Oct 26, 2016 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015036357 | $200.00 | Jul 14, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (41)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 9 inspections73 violations · 41 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 12 inspections110 violations · 64 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 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· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Administrative Complaint Time Extension
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections42 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa last shut down?
- Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa was last shut down on June 22, 2017 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 Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa had?
- Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa has had 41 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa find?
- Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 30, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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 Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- Garibaldi's Restaurant in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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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