Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa

Last inspected:

7700 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
Overview

Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa has accumulated 303 violations across 23 inspections, averaging 13.2 violations per inspection—more than double the statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations appear in every recent inspection from September 2023 forward, alongside recurring high-priority findings in chemical storage, food contact surface sanitation, correct food handling procedures, and time-temperature control. The facility has incurred three disciplinary actions totaling $2,180 in fines. Despite the persistent violation pattern, no emergency closures have been issued. The most recent inspection on May 27, 2025 documented 14 violations and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
303Violations
0Closures
$2,180in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 13.2 violations / inspection 13.2 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.75 violations / inspection 5.75 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $2,180.00

Disciplinary action history for Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2025047542 $880.00 Mar 24, 2025 Tampa
3--2024004107 $1,000.00 Nov 8, 2023 Fort Lauderdale
3--2022001338 $300.00 Nov 29, 2021 Miami (Doral)

Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 2 inspections29 violations · 18 high priority
— 4 inspections49 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections41 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections33 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections29 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 2 inspections21 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa last inspected?
Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 27, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa had?
Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa find?
Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa was most recently inspected on May 27, 2025 with 17 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa ever been shut down?
No, Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 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 Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,180.00 in fines.
How much has Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa been fined?
Placita Bar & Grill in Tampa has been fined a total of $2,180.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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