Max's Cafe in Tampa
Last inspected:
3802 W Martin Luther King Blvd, Tampa, FL 33614Max's Cafe in Tampa has accumulated 93 violations across 20 inspections dating to at least 2015, averaging 4.7 violations per inspection—slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. However, the violation pattern shows concerning recurring issues: handwashing violations appeared in at least 5 inspections, employee health reporting violations in at least 4 inspections, and food temperature control violations in multiple inspections. Fire safety violations were documented in 2020 and earlier, including use of cooking equipment with no hood suppression system and a missing portable fire extinguisher. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 3, 2026 recorded 33 violations—the highest single-inspection count on record, including two high-priority violations for handwashing and food contact surface deficiencies—and was completed with no further action required. A prior inspection on March 22, 2024 resulted in an admin complaint recommendation after violations were found for food condition and proper cooking temperatures.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Max's Cafe in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Max's Cafe in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024031360 | $160.00 | Mar 6, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Max's Cafe in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Max's Cafe in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections13 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Max's Cafe in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Max's Cafe in Tampa last inspected?
- Max's Cafe in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Max's Cafe in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Max's Cafe in Tampa are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Max's Cafe in Tampa had?
- Max's Cafe in Tampa has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Max's Cafe in Tampa find?
- Max's Cafe in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 3, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Max's Cafe in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Max's Cafe in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- Has Max's Cafe in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Max's Cafe in Tampa has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Max's Cafe in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Max's Cafe in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Max's Cafe in Tampa been fined?
- Max's Cafe 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).
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