Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa

Last inspected:

12217 W Linebaugh Ave, Tampa, FL 33626
Overview

Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa has been emergency-closed twice for roach activity, most recently on April 16, 2025. The facility has accumulated 270 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 9 violations per inspection—more than 70% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been documented repeatedly, including employee health policy violations in at least 5 recent inspections, shell stock and seafood handling violations in 4 inspections, and handwashing and food contact surface violations across multiple years. The facility has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,400 in fines. Following the April 2025 emergency closure for roach activity, a callback inspection on April 17 initially found 2 high-priority violations and did not comply, but a subsequent callback the same day achieved compliance. The most recent inspection on August 22, 2025 was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: April 16, 2025 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

30Inspections
270Violations
2Closures
$1,400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 9 violations / inspection 9 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 13:13:00
Roach activity 08:47:00

Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)

Total fines on record: $1,400.00

Disciplinary action history for Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2025039493 $400.00 Apr 16, 2025 Fort Lauderdale
3--2021022652 $400.00 Mar 15, 2021 Miami (Doral)
3--2021007486 $400.00 Jan 6, 2021 Fort Lauderdale
3--2015006210 $200.00 Jan 5, 2015 Miami (Doral)

Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)

— 4 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections41 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections33 violations · 22 high priority
— 4 inspections32 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa under active enforcement?
Records show 3 emergency order inspections between April 16, 2025 and April 17, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
When was Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa last inspected?
Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa last shut down?
Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa was last shut down on April 16, 2025 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 Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa had?
Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa find?
Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa was most recently inspected on August 22, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa ever been shut down?
Yes, Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
How much has Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa been fined?
Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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