J J Smoothy in Tampa

11256 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33635

Overview

J J Smoothy in Tampa, FL has 2 FDACS food safety inspections on record with 25 violations.

2FDACS Insp.
25Violations

Last inspected FDACS: June 5, 2025

J J Smoothy in Tampa: FDACS Inspection History (2)

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.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 12 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SARA FELDHAUS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

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. Establishment has 30 calendar days to provide updated proof of water source (municipal/well) to inspector via email to [email protected]. Failure to comply may result in administrative action. Dishwashing Procedures, Guidance for Written Procedures Responding to Vomiting and Diarrheal Events, Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement provided.

Risk-Based Violations

7-204.11 Chemical sanitizer or other chemical antimicrobial applied to food-contact surface does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 or 40 CFR 180.2020. 7-204.11 PP
Warewashing Area: Sanitizer solution in 3-compartment sink has concentration of chlorine exceeding 100 PPM. COS: Chlorine sanitizer solution diluted to proper concentration. x
7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP
Food Service Area: Sanitizer bucket with wiping cloths and other cleaning chemicals stored on top of ice maker. COS: Chemicals relocated to proper storage away from food, equipment, utensils, and single service items. x
7-102.11 Working container of poisonous or toxic materials taken from a bulk supply not clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. 7-102.11 PfPf
Food Service Area: Bucket of sanitizer with wiping cloths not labeled. COS: Bucket labeled.
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Establishment does not have a Certified Food Protection Manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-302.12 Working container holding a food or food ingredient that is not readily and unmistakably recognized and has been removed from its original packaging for use in the establishment is not identified with the common name of the food. 3-302.12Repeat
Food Service Area: Squeeze bottles of various sauces not labeled with common names. COS: Containers labeled.
6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Retail Area: Open gap at middle juncture of front entrance doors does not provide a protective seal to prevent pest intrusion.
6-501.11 Premises not maintained free of insects and other pests; or not controlled to eliminate their presence on the premise by routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; and using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control. 6-501.111 (A)-(C) Pf
Food Service Area: Observed live ants crawling near prep table.
2-402.11 Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 2-402.11
Food Service Area: Food employee without beard restraint.
3-304.14(B) Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces not held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a proper concentration as specified in the Food Code. 3-304.14(B) (1)
Food Service Area: Sanitizer solution in wiping cloth bucket has undetectable concentration of chlorine. COS: Chlorine sanitizer solution properly prepared.
4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13
Food Service Area: Mold-like buildup on internal surfaces of prep table cooler. Dust and spider webs inside reach in cooler no longer in use. Retail Area: Mold-like buildup on fan guards of glass door beverage cooler.
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Food Service Area: Cold water faucet of handwashing sink not in working condition.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Warewashing Area: Missing ceiling tile over mop sink.
— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit· 13 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: RICHARD BRASHER

Comments: Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector. This food establishment was found to be operating with an expired food permit. To renew a food permit, visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at 850-245-5520. Guidance for Written Procedures Responding to Vomiting and Diarrheal Events, Norovirus Cleanup Procedures, Food Allergy Awareness handout, Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement provided.

Risk-Based Violations

4-601.11(A) Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) PfPf
Food Service Area: Old food buildup on cooking pot. o
3-501.17(A) Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day of preparation not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(A) PfPf
Food Service Area: Chicken held on prep table prepared on site two days prior does not bear date marking. COS: Chicken properly date marked. x
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 responding to a vomiting or diarrheal event. Information regarding written procedures provided to the person in charge. o Print Date: 1/13/2023 Page 1 of 4

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-502.11(B) Food temperature measuring device not calibrated in accordance with manufacturer's specifications as necessary to ensure accuracy. 4-502.11(B) Pf
Food Service Area: Probe thermometer not calibrated. COS: Probe thermometer properly calibrated. x
6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Retail Area: Open gap at middle juncture of front entrance doors does not provide a protective seal to prevent pest intrusion. o
2-402.11 Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 2-402.11
Food Service Area: Food employee without proper hair restraint or beard restraint. o
4-903.11(A) Cleaned equipment or utensils, or laundered linens not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Clean equipment or utensils not stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying, or not covered or inverted. 4-903.11(A) and (B)
Food Service Area: Clean utensils stored in container with dust and cobwebs. o
4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13
Food Service Area: Old food buildup on external surfaces of prep cooler. o
5-203.14 Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an air gap or installation of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf
Warewashing Area: No backflow prevention device on hose of mop sink. o
5-205.15(B) Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Food Service Area: Cold water spigot of handwashing sink not in working order. o
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Warewashing Area: Missing ceiling tiles over mop sink and food storage. o
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Warewashing Area: Old food buildup on walls behind 3-compartment sink. Food Storage Area: Dust and debris under shelves. o
99 Expired Permit- The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12(1) (a)F.S., 5K-4.020(4)(b) F.A.C.
This food establishment was found to be operating with an expired food permit. To renew a food permit, contact the business center at 850-245-5520. o

J J Smoothy in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was J J Smoothy in Tampa last inspected?
J J Smoothy in Tampa was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on June 5, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has J J Smoothy in Tampa had?
J J Smoothy in Tampa has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of J J Smoothy in Tampa find?
J J Smoothy in Tampa was most recently inspected by FDACS on June 5, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has J J Smoothy in Tampa had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, J J Smoothy in Tampa has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at J J Smoothy in Tampa?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at J J Smoothy in Tampa are: 5-205.15(B): Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B); 6-501.11: Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11; 4-601.11(A): Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) Pf.
Does J J Smoothy in Tampa have any repeat violations?
Yes, J J Smoothy in Tampa has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 5-205.15(B): Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B); 6-501.11: Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11.

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