Sterling Cigar in Tampa
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1531 E 7 Ave, Tampa, FL 33605Sterling Cigar in Tampa has accumulated 23 violations across 8 inspections since June 2023, averaging 2.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a recurring pattern, particularly employee health reporting and proper hand and arm washing, which appeared in 3 separate inspections between June 2023 and February 2024. A February 2024 complaint inspection cited 4 high-priority violations including employee health reporting, hand washing, proper cooking temperatures, and consumer advisory requirements, resulting in a warning. An administrative complaint was recommended following a December 2024 routine inspection that documented 7 violations including employee health reporting and hand washing violations. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. The most recent inspection on July 10, 2025 resulted in call back compliance with zero violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sterling Cigar in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Sterling Cigar in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (12)
— 4 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
Sterling Cigar in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sterling Cigar in Tampa last inspected?
- Sterling Cigar in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 29, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Sterling Cigar in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sterling Cigar in Tampa are: Adequate lighting, Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Sterling Cigar in Tampa had?
- Sterling Cigar in Tampa has had 12 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sterling Cigar in Tampa find?
- Sterling Cigar in Tampa was most recently inspected on May 29, 2026 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Sterling Cigar in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Sterling Cigar in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
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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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