Green Lemon in Tampa

Last inspected:

915 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606
Overview

Green Lemon in Tampa has accumulated 291 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.4 per visit. The most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and approved food sources. In August 2025, inspectors documented 28 violations with 5 high-priority items and recommended an administrative complaint, marking the facility's most severe inspection result on record.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

32Inspections
295Violations
0Closures
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Green Lemon in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 9.2 violations / inspection 9.2 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Green Lemon in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Green Lemon in Tampa
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2022006486 $160.00 Jan 18, 2022 Miami (Doral)

Green Lemon in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections29 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 4 inspections28 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 5 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Green Lemon in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Green Lemon in Tampa last inspected?
Green Lemon in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 31, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Green Lemon in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Green Lemon in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Approved food source.
How many health inspections has Green Lemon in Tampa had?
Green Lemon in Tampa has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Green Lemon in Tampa find?
Green Lemon in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 31, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Green Lemon in Tampa ever been shut down?
No, Green Lemon in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
Has Green Lemon in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Green Lemon in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Green Lemon in Tampa been fined?
Green Lemon in Tampa has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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