Take a Break Cafe in Tampa
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8194 Woodland Center Dr, Tampa, FL 33614Take a Break Cafe in Tampa has compiled a concerning record of repeated food safety violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.96 violations per inspection—near the statewide average of 5.2 but with a troubling pattern of recurring high-priority violations. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 5 inspections, shell stock requirements violations in at least 6 inspections, and consumer advisory violations in at least 7 inspections, indicating systemic management failures in handling sick employees, seafood preparation, and notifying customers of food safety risks. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. Most recent inspection on March 16, 2026 documented 21 violations including high-priority findings for shell stock requirements, consumer advisory, proper cooking temperatures, and food contact surfaces, with a Warning Issued disposition. A prior inspection on October 15, 2025 resulted in an Admin Complaint Recommended disposition, signaling potential formal enforcement proceedings by the state.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Take a Break Cafe in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Take a Break Cafe in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025078148 | $160.00 | Aug 14, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Take a Break Cafe in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Take a Break Cafe in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Take a Break Cafe in Tampa last inspected?
- Take a Break Cafe in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Take a Break Cafe in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Take a Break Cafe in Tampa are: Toilet facilities, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Take a Break Cafe in Tampa had?
- Take a Break Cafe in Tampa has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Take a Break Cafe in Tampa find?
- Take a Break Cafe in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Take a Break Cafe in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Take a Break Cafe in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- Has Take a Break Cafe in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Take a Break Cafe in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Take a Break Cafe in Tampa been fined?
- Take a Break Cafe in Tampa has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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