Jerk Pit in Tampa
Last inspected:
1939 E Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 33612Jerk Pit in Tampa has accumulated 326 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.8 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for sewage backup. Food contact surface violations (30 total) and consumer advisory violations (21 total) are the most frequently cited issues. State records include 2 fire safety violations, and the facility faced 1 disciplinary action with a $160 fine.
Most recent closure: January 10, 2022 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Jerk Pit in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
8.9
violations / inspection
8.9 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Jerk Pit in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Jerk Pit in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019043306 | $160.00 | Apr 23, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Jerk Pit in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: No child labor law poster. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Proof of age; posting of notices. (1) Any person who hires, employs, or suffers to work any child shall, in addition to the limitations provided in this part, first obtain and keep on record during the entire period of such employment proof of the child's age. This requirement shall be satisfied by (a) A photocopy of the child's birth certificate; (b) A photocopy of the child's driver's license; (c) An age certificate issued by the district school board of the district in which the child is employed, certifying the child's date of birth; or (d) A photocopy of a passport or visa which lists the child's date of birth. (2) Any person who hires, employs, or suffers to work any minor shall post at a conspicuous place on the property or place of employment, where it may be easily read, a poster notifying minors of the Child Labor Law, to be provided by the division upon request. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Jerk Pit in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections34 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections41 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 1 inspection13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections30 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections29 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 6 inspections47 violations · 31 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Jerk Pit in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Jerk Pit in Tampa last inspected?
- Jerk Pit in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Jerk Pit in Tampa last shut down?
- Jerk Pit in Tampa was last shut down on January 10, 2022 for sewage back up. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Jerk Pit in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Jerk Pit in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Jerk Pit in Tampa had?
- Jerk Pit in Tampa has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Jerk Pit in Tampa find?
- Jerk Pit in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 21, 2026 with 13 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Jerk Pit in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Jerk Pit in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Jerk Pit in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Jerk Pit in Tampa has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Jerk Pit in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Jerk Pit in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Jerk Pit in Tampa been fined?
- Jerk Pit in Tampa has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) 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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