Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa
Last inspected:
1155 E Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33602Part of: Hampton Inn Florida health inspections, violations & closures
The Hampton Inn/Home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District has been subject to focused enforcement for food safety permit and operational compliance issues. The facility had 3 inspections on record between January 8, 2026 and March 2, 2026, with 5 total violations. On January 8, 2026, the establishment was cited for operating without a valid food permit; the inspector found that the person in charge did not correctly respond to questions about preventing transmission of foodborne illness and that written procedures for employee response to vomiting or diarrhea events were absent. A stop-use order was issued on March 2, 2026 for unsanitary equipment under FS 500.04 and FS 500.172; the equipment was cleaned, sanitized, and released the same day. A focused inspection on February 9, 2026 resulted in no violations. The most recent inspection on March 2, 2026 resulted in 1 violation with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
2.5
violations / inspection
2.5 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
Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (11)
— 3 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa: FDACS Inspection History (3)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· 1 violation· 1 stop-sale order· Focused Inspection
Comments: Bureau Request #5152191.
Good Retail Practice Violations
97
Food has been produced, prepared, packed, transported or held under insanitary
conditions whereby it may have become contaminated with filth, or whereby it may have been rendered
diseased, unwholesome, or injurious to health. 500.10(1)(f), F.S.Repeat
Food service: Ice bin recent sample of ice collected on 02/09/26 was analyzed and identified
to be adulterated containing coliforms. COS: Stop-use release. Ice bin was cleaned and sanitized during
the visit.
A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Equipment was cleaned, sanitized, checked, and released.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 4 violations· Operating Without Permit
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
Request#5147834.
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food
Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is
available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS
and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please
note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Contact the Business Center
by email at [email protected] or by calling 850-245-5520 for further assistance.
Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all
permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application,
electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must
be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit
application.
Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties
if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found
to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action
to suspend food activities.
The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety
inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout, Norovirus Clean Up And Disinfection
handout, Employee Health and Foodborne Illnesses handout were provided.
Risk-Based Violations
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3)
Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing
transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may
cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible
through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of
food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf
Establishment: Person in charge did not respond correctly to questions that relate to
preventing transmission of food borne illness.
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2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when
responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food
establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread
of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal
matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees responding to an event that
involves vomiting or diarrhea. Information was provided.
Good Retail Practice Violations
4-501.14
Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or
rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards
not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of
equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24
hours when used. 4-501.14Repeat
Warewashing area: Brown build-up inside of spray nozzle at three compartment sink.
99
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S.,
5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact
the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food
permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10
days. Contact the Business Center at 850-245-5520 for further assistance.
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Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (1)
Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated. |
Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa last inspected?
- Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 9, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa are: Proper cooking temps, Clean multi-use utensils, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa had?
- Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa has had 11 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa find?
- Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa was most recently inspected on December 9, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- When was Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa last inspected?
- Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 2, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa had?
- Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa find?
- Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 2, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
- Has Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa has 1 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were released after correction.
- What are the most common violations at Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Hampton Inn/home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District in Tampa are: 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3): Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) Pf; 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 4-501.14: Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14.
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