Hooters in Tampa
Last inspected:
4215 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 336145546Part of: Hooters Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Hooters in Tampa has been cited for 174 violations across 23 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection—significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Toxic substance control violations have appeared in 9 of the last 8 inspections, and consumer advisory violations in 7 of the last 8. Employee health policy violations were documented in multiple inspections, including a warning issued on August 28, 2023 for violations spanning proper handwashing, water supply, toxic substance control, consumer advisory compliance, proper cooking temperatures, and shell stock requirements. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on September 15, 2025 (complaint-based) resulted in 10 violations including high-priority citations for food contact surfaces, toxic substance control, chemical storage, and consumer advisory compliance, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Hooters in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Hooters in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Hooters in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hooters in Tampa last inspected?
- Hooters in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 30, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Hooters in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hooters in Tampa are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Toxic substance control.
- How many health inspections has Hooters in Tampa had?
- Hooters in Tampa has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hooters in Tampa find?
- Hooters in Tampa was most recently inspected on July 30, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Hooters in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Hooters in Tampa has no emergency closures 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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