Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
7233 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33634Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa has accumulated 409 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach and rodent activity. In late February 2026, inspectors issued a warning after finding 15 violations including 7 high-priority items, followed by a call back two days later requiring compliance work. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines.
Most recent closure: August 2, 2021 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
11.9
violations / inspection
11.9 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
Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021036893 | $800.00 | Aug 2, 2021 | Tampa | |
| 3--2021018130 | $200.00 | Mar 28, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 4 inspections28 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 6 inspections52 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections43 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 26, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa last shut down?
- Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa was last shut down on August 2, 2021 for roach & 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 Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa had?
- Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa find?
- Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 26, 2026 with 20 violation(s), including 9 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- Pipo's Restaurant in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 2 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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