Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa
Last inspected:
5303 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33609Spaniard/Buffalo Bayou in Tampa has accumulated 304 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.5 per visit. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,060 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $700. The most frequently cited violations involve consumer advisories, employee health reporting, and clean multi-use utensil standards. Recent inspections from 2025-2026 show compliance improvement, with only 2-4 violations noted in the last three visits.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
9.3
violations / inspection
9.3 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.7
violations / inspection
5.7 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,060.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2016034237 | $700.00 | Jun 16, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2016035195 | — | Jun 16, 2016 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015020464 | $360.00 | Apr 16, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections28 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections31 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 5 inspections45 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (13 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections27 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa last inspected?
- Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 31, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa had?
- Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa find?
- Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa was most recently inspected on August 31, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Spaniard/buffalo Bayou 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 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 Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,060.00 in fines.
- How much has Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa been fined?
- Spaniard/buffalo Bayou in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,060.00 across 3 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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