How many health inspections has MCDONALD'S had?

MCDONALD'S has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has MCDONALD'S ever been shut down?

Yes, MCDONALD'S has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at MCDONALD'S?

The most frequently cited violations at MCDONALD'S are: Proper ventilation, Shell stock requirements, Consumer advisory.

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

SHELLFISH TRACEABILITY: Shellfish (oysters, clams, mussels) are high-risk foods consumed raw or lightly cooked. Without proper identification tags, contaminated shellfish cannot be traced during outbreaks. Vibrio vulnificus from Gulf shellfish has a 50% fatality rate in at-risk populations. Norovirus in shellfish causes 50% of shellfish-related illnesses. Proper tags enable rapid recall during outbreaks. Maintain shellfish tags for 90 days from date of sale/service. Tags must include: harvester name and certification number, harvest date and location, quantity, dealer information. Store shellfish in original tagged container until empty. Record date on each container when last shell is removed. Never commingle shellfish from different lots.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?

CONTAMINATION RISK: Reusing single-use items (gloves, cups, utensils, foil) that were designed for one use creates contamination pathways. Single-use gloves develop micro-tears during use, becoming bacterial incubators. Reused single-use containers lose structural integrity, leaking contaminated liquids. Single-use utensils cannot be properly sanitized between uses. Single-use articles (gloves, cups, lids, foil, plastic wrap, straws, stirrers, paper napkins) must be used once and discarded. Do not wash and reuse. Store in original packaging to prevent contamination. Dispense in sanitary manner. Use food-grade single-use items only.

MCDONALD'S

1002 S 78 ST, Tampa, FL 33619

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: MCDONALD'S RESTAURANTS OF FLORIDA INC · License: SEA3905181

MCDONALD'S in Tampa, FL has 21 inspections on record with 104 total violations (5 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

21Inspections

104Violations

2Closures

Data current as of April 30, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for MCDONALD'S
Date	Reason	Reopened
Nov 14, 2018	Flies	17:25:00
Aug 12, 2015	Roach activity	14:30:00

Inspection History (21)

Apr 30, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Oct 2, 2023 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V42 Equipment condition

Mar 2, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Dec 20, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 3, 2022 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V16 Proper cooking temps

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 28, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 18, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jun 6, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 5, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Jun 3, 2019 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jan 25, 2019 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 28, 2018 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 27, 2018 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 15, 2018 — Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Nov 14, 2018 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 14, 2018 — Complaint Full· 13 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 14, 2018 — Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 15, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 8, 2018 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jun 13, 2017 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 8, 2017 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

MCDONALD'S has had 2 emergency closures, compared to the Hillsborough County average of 0.16 closures per facility. It has averaged 5 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.43.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has MCDONALD'S had?: MCDONALD'S has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has MCDONALD'S ever been shut down?: Yes, MCDONALD'S has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at MCDONALD'S?: The most frequently cited violations at MCDONALD'S are: Proper ventilation, Shell stock requirements, Consumer advisory.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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