Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa
Last inspected:
4955 E 18 Ave, Tampa, FL 33605Part of: Quality Inn Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground accumulated 112 violations across 19 inspections between May 2021 and March 2026, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection — slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility faced two disciplinary actions totaling $660 in fines. High-priority violations included hand washing failures (cited in October 2022), improper cooking temperatures (October 2022), toxic substance control (October 2022), time-as-control violations (February 2025 and October 2023), and allergen awareness failures (March 2026). An October 2022 complaint inspection documented 11 violations and resulted in a warning; a May 2022 routine inspection prompted an administrative complaint recommendation. The most recent inspection on March 2, 2026 found 8 violations including allergen awareness issues and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $660.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023008877 | $300.00 | Dec 12, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2022036564 | $360.00 | May 24, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections29 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa last inspected?
- Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa are: Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa had?
- Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa find?
- Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 2, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
- Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $660.00 in fines.
- How much has Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa been fined?
- Quality Inn & Suites Tampa Fairground in Tampa has been fined a total of $660.00 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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