Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa
Last inspected:
5555 S 78 St, Tampa, FL 33619Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa has accumulated 465 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.9 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. In 2016, when operating as Simplygood Foods, inspectors documented fire safety violations including a leaking sprinkler system in the walk-in cooler. The restaurant has faced 5 disciplinary actions totaling $1,060 in fines, with the largest single penalty at $500. Consumer advisories, ventilation issues, and improper chemical storage are the top recurring violations.
Most recent closure: July 30, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
12.9
violations / inspection
12.9 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 17:17:00 |
Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $1,060.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022003973 | $360.00 | Dec 28, 2021 | Tampa | |
| 3--2017041594 | — | Jun 14, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2016009884 | — | Feb 9, 2016 | District 19 | |
| 3--2015034874 | $500.00 | Jul 30, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2015014486 | $200.00 | Feb 19, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-12-13: Observed sprinkler system in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Walk in cooler fire sprinkler leaking into bucket - From follow-up inspection on 2016-12-14: Walk in cooler sprinkler
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.
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Observed sprinkler system in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Walk in cooler fire sprinkler leaking into bucket
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.
Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 2 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections37 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections36 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections44 violations · 22 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections61 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections76 violations · 38 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections28 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa last inspected?
- Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 9, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa last shut down?
- Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa was last shut down on July 30, 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 Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa had?
- Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa find?
- Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 9, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,060.00 in fines.
- How much has Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa been fined?
- Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,060.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge in Tampa operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Simplygood Foods (2016-2016).
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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).
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