Martin's BBQ in Tampa
Last inspected:
7306 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33634Martin's BBQ in Tampa has accumulated 202 violations across 31 inspections since 2018, averaging 6.5 violations per visit. The facility was shut down once in 2025 for roach and fly activity. Recurring violations focus on hand washing sanitation, food contact surfaces, and utensil cleanliness. Recent enforcement shows active compliance pressure: in March 2026, inspectors issued a warning for 19 violations including 4 high-priority deficiencies.
Most recent closure: February 17, 2025 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Martin's BBQ in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
6.6
violations / inspection
6.6 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.7
violations / inspection
5.7 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Martin's BBQ in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Martin's BBQ in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025013621 | $800.00 | Feb 17, 2025 | Tampa | |
| 3--2022059197 | $400.00 | Nov 14, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2021052228 | $200.00 | Sep 22, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Martin's BBQ in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 4 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections52 violations · 37 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
Martin's BBQ in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Martin's BBQ in Tampa last inspected?
- Martin's BBQ in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 31, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Martin's BBQ in Tampa last shut down?
- Martin's BBQ in Tampa was last shut down on February 17, 2025 for roach & fly 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 Martin's BBQ in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Martin's BBQ in Tampa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Martin's BBQ in Tampa had?
- Martin's BBQ in Tampa has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Martin's BBQ in Tampa find?
- Martin's BBQ in Tampa was most recently inspected on July 31, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Martin's BBQ in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Martin's BBQ 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Martin's BBQ in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Martin's BBQ in Tampa has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Martin's BBQ in Tampa been fined?
- Martin's BBQ in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 3 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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