That's Wat'sub in Tampa
Last inspected:
2001 E Hillsborough Ave Ste 6, Tampa, FL 33610That's Wat's Sub in Tampa has been emergency-closed once, on December 15, 2020, for roach activity. The facility has received one disciplinary action totaling $600 in fines. Across 21 inspections since 2016, it accumulated 132 violations, averaging 6.3 per inspection—above the statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 4 recent inspections, and food contact surface violations were cited in 8 of the last 8 inspections. High-priority violations have been frequent and recurring, including parasite destruction, proper cooking temperatures, and management awareness failures. On February 26, 2025, an administrative complaint was recommended following an inspection that documented 11 violations including three high-priority findings. Most recently, on September 17, 2025, a routine inspection found 15 violations—the highest count in the recent record—and was completed with no further action, though it included high-priority citations for employee health policy and food contact surfaces.
Most recent closure: December 15, 2020 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
That's Wat'sub in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
That's Wat'sub in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
That's Wat'sub in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021000428 | $600.00 | Dec 15, 2020 | Fort Lauderdale |
That's Wat'sub in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 4 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections5 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections32 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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That's Wat'sub in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was That's Wat'sub in Tampa last inspected?
- That's Wat'sub in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 17, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was That's Wat'sub in Tampa last shut down?
- That's Wat'sub in Tampa was last shut down on December 15, 2020 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 That's Wat'sub in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at That's Wat'sub in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Single-use items, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has That's Wat'sub in Tampa had?
- That's Wat'sub in Tampa has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of That's Wat'sub in Tampa find?
- That's Wat'sub in Tampa was most recently inspected on September 17, 2025 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has That's Wat'sub in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, That's Wat'sub in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- 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 That's Wat'sub in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, That's Wat'sub in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has That's Wat'sub in Tampa been fined?
- That's Wat'sub in Tampa has been fined a total of $600.00 across 1 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).
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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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