Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa
Last inspected:
4004 E Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 336103848Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa has accumulated 220 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.1 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for roach activity. Inspectors have issued seven warnings and required four callback inspections, with the most recent visit in September 2025 finding 11 violations including 2 high-priority items. Food contact surface violations are the most frequently cited issue, accounting for 25 of the 220 total violations.
Most recent closure: October 15, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
8.8
violations / inspection
8.8 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.7
violations / inspection
5.7 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 08:58:00 |
Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2015046302 | $400.00 | Oct 15, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 3 inspections31 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa last inspected?
- Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 29, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa last shut down?
- Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa was last shut down on October 15, 2015 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 Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa had?
- Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa find?
- Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa was most recently inspected on July 29, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa been fined?
- Salem's Fresh Eats in Tampa has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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.
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