Hungry Howies in Tampa
Last inspected:
6207 E Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 336105424Part of: Hungry Howies Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Hungry Howies in Tampa was emergency-closed on July 13, 2015 for roach activity. Across 13 inspections from 2020 to November 2025, the facility accumulated 65 violations, averaging 5.0 per inspection — near the statewide average of 5.2. Shell stock requirements violations appeared in 5 of the 13 inspections, and employee health policy violations were cited twice in September 2025 alone. The September 9, 2025 inspection resulted in a Warning Issued disposition after 18 violations were found; the facility subsequently completed a Call Back inspection on November 19, 2025 with 2 basic violations and was found in compliance.
Most recent closure: July 13, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hungry Howies in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Hungry Howies in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 09:08:00 |
Hungry Howies in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Hungry Howies in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hungry Howies in Tampa last inspected?
- Hungry Howies in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 19, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Hungry Howies in Tampa last shut down?
- Hungry Howies in Tampa was last shut down on July 13, 2015 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 Hungry Howies in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hungry Howies in Tampa are: Shell stock requirements, Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Hungry Howies in Tampa had?
- Hungry Howies in Tampa has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hungry Howies in Tampa find?
- Hungry Howies in Tampa was most recently inspected on November 19, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Hungry Howies in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hungry Howies in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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