Shortwave Coffee in Tampa
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615 Channelside Dr Ste 106, Tampa, FL 33602Shortwave Coffee in Tampa has been cited for 22 violations across 6 inspections since December 2022, averaging 3.7 violations per inspection. Employee health reporting violations and food contact surface violations have appeared in multiple inspections, with employee health reporting cited in 3 of the last 4 inspections. High-priority violations for proper hand and arm washing, food in good condition, and proper cooking temperatures were documented across earlier inspections. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on November 25, 2025 found 12 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Shortwave Coffee in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Shortwave Coffee in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (8)
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Shortwave Coffee in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Shortwave Coffee in Tampa last inspected?
- Shortwave Coffee in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 10, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Shortwave Coffee in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Shortwave Coffee in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Shortwave Coffee in Tampa had?
- Shortwave Coffee in Tampa has had 8 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Shortwave Coffee in Tampa find?
- Shortwave Coffee in Tampa was most recently inspected on September 10, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Shortwave Coffee in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Shortwave Coffee in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
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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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