When was Shortwave Coffee in Tampa last inspected?

Shortwave Coffee in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 25, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Shortwave Coffee in Tampa?

The most frequently cited violations at Shortwave Coffee in Tampa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.

How many health inspections has Shortwave Coffee in Tampa had?

Shortwave Coffee in Tampa has had 6 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.7 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 November 25, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

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 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 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.

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.

Shortwave Coffee in Tampa

Last inspected: November 25, 2025

615 Channelside Dr Ste 106, Tampa, FL 33602

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Shortwave Coffee LLC
DBPR License: SEA3919033

Overview

Shortwave 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.

6Inspections

22Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: November 25, 2025

Shortwave Coffee in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 3.7 violations / inspection 3.7 violations per inspection

Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Shortwave Coffee in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (6)

2025 — 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority

Nov 25, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

2024 — 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority

Dec 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

2023 — 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority

Aug 3, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Jul 24, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

May 10, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

2022 — 1 inspection0 violations

Dec 1, 2022 — 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 November 25, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Shortwave Coffee in Tampa?: The most frequently cited violations at Shortwave Coffee in Tampa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Shortwave Coffee in Tampa had?: Shortwave Coffee in Tampa has had 6 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.7 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 November 25, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
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 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 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.
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.