La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa

Last inspected:

14959 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33613
Overview

La Pita Lebanese Taverna, a 24-seat restaurant in Tampa, was emergency-closed on September 6, 2023 for rodent activity and has accumulated 126 violations across 25 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.0 violations per inspection. The facility received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. Chemical storage violations and food condition issues were recurring findings, appearing in multiple inspections between 2023 and 2024, including high-priority citations for improper chemical storage in 3 consecutive inspections (September 4, October 2, and October 3, 2024) and high-priority food condition violations in 2 separate inspections. The most recent inspections on August 18 and February 27, 2026 were completed with no violations and no further action required.

Most recent closure: September 6, 2023 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
126Violations
1Closures
$800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 5 violations / inspection 5 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

La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 09:30:00

La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $800.00

Disciplinary action history for La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2024069023 $400.00 Oct 2, 2024 Tampa
3--2023056922 $400.00 Sep 6, 2023 Miami (Doral)

La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa last inspected?
La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 27, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa last shut down?
La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa was last shut down on September 6, 2023 for rodent 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 La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa are: Waste properly disposed, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa had?
La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa has had 25 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 La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa find?
La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa was most recently inspected on February 27, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa ever been shut down?
Yes, La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
How much has La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa been fined?
La Pita Lebanese Taverna in Tampa has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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