Namaste Express in Tampa

Last inspected:

17503 Preserve Walk Ln Ste B, Tampa, FL 33647
Overview

Namaste Express in Tampa has accumulated 182 violations across 26 inspections, averaging 7.0 violations per inspection—more than one-third higher than the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on October 2, 2024 for roach activity. Employee health policy violations were cited in at least 4 inspections, and hand washing violations appeared in at least 3 inspections. The facility has incurred $1,040 in disciplinary fines across 2 formal actions. The most recent inspection on January 5, 2026 documented 30 violations including high-priority issues with employee health policy, food contact surfaces, consumer advisory, and chemical storage, though the inspection was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: October 2, 2024 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
182Violations
1Closures
$1,040in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Namaste Express in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 7 violations / inspection 7 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

Namaste Express in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Namaste Express in Tampa
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 11:57:00

Namaste Express in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $1,040.00

Disciplinary action history for Namaste Express in Tampa
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2024065974 $400.00 Oct 2, 2024 Fort Lauderdale
3--2020003328 $640.00 Dec 4, 2019 Orlando

Namaste Express in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 4 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections15 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections31 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections42 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections15 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Namaste Express in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Namaste Express in Tampa last inspected?
Namaste Express in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Namaste Express in Tampa last shut down?
Namaste Express in Tampa was last shut down on October 2, 2024 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 Namaste Express in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Namaste Express in Tampa are: Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected, Premises clean.
How many health inspections has Namaste Express in Tampa had?
Namaste Express in Tampa has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Namaste Express in Tampa find?
Namaste Express in Tampa was most recently inspected on January 5, 2026 with 13 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Namaste Express in Tampa ever been shut down?
Yes, Namaste Express 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
Has Namaste Express in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Namaste Express in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,040.00 in fines.
How much has Namaste Express in Tampa been fined?
Namaste Express in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,040.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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