Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa

Last inspected:

1155 S Dale Mabry Hwy Ste 15, Tampa, FL 33629
Overview

Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa has accumulated 151 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.2 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, once for roach activity and once for rodent activity. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines, with the largest penalty at $400. Top recurring violations include outer openings not properly protected, chemicals improperly stored, and improper cooking temperatures.

Most recent closure: August 4, 2020 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

29Inspections
151Violations
2Closures
$1,000in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 5.2 violations / inspection 5.2 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 14:29:00
Roach activity 09:15:00

Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,000.00

Disciplinary action history for Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2023011398 $200.00 Dec 28, 2022 Miami (Doral)
3--2020041563 $400.00 Aug 4, 2020 Miami (Doral)
3--2016046608 $400.00 Oct 5, 2016 Fort Lauderdale

Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 4 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 4 inspections27 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa last inspected?
Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 10, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa last shut down?
Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa was last shut down on August 4, 2020 for rodent 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 Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa are: Outer openings protected, Chemical properly stored, Proper cooking temps.
How many health inspections has Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa had?
Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa find?
Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa was most recently inspected on October 10, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa ever been shut down?
Yes, Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
Has Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
How much has Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa been fined?
Grain and Berry Cafe in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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