Thorntons in Tampa

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6405 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33634
Overview

Thorntons #705 in Tampa had one inspection on record on September 5, 2025, which identified 7 violations including one high-priority finding. The inspector observed that a sneeze guard on a roller grill with exposed hot dogs for customer self-service was left in the upright position, failing to protect food from contamination. Management corrected this violation on site by lowering the sneeze guard during the inspection. Industry handwash signs and an Employee Health and Foodborne Illnesses handout were provided by the inspector.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
7Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Thorntons in Tampa: FDACS Inspection History (1)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 7 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SARA FELDHAUS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: KRISTINA BAUER

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Industry Handwash signs and Employee Health and Foodborne Illnesses handout provided.

Risk-Based Violations

4-602.12 Food-contact surface of cooking or baking equipment not cleaned at least every 24 hours, or cavity or door seals of microwave oven not cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. 4-602.12
Retail Area: Old food buildup inside cavity of customer self-service microwave.
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14
Restrooms: No signs informing employees to wash hands at handwashing sinks. COS: Industry handwash signs provided and posted.

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-306.11 Food on display not protected from contamination by the use of packaging; counter, service line, or salad bar food guards; display cases; or other effective means. 3-306.11 P
Retail Area: Sneeze guard of roller grill with exposed hot dogs for customer self service was left in upright position not protecting exposed foods. COS: Management put sneeze guard down. x
2-402.11 Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 2-402.11
Food Service Area: Food employee without hair restraint.
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Walk In Cooler and Back Room Area: Soiled floors and debris on floor under shelving.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back Room Area: Holes in ceiling tiles where wires and pipes leading into ceiling.
99 The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.
2025 Food Permit not displayed. Permit was verified to be active.

Thorntons in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Thorntons in Tampa last inspected?
Thorntons #705 in Tampa was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 5, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Thorntons in Tampa had?
Thorntons #705 in Tampa has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Thorntons in Tampa find?
Thorntons #705 in Tampa was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 5, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Thorntons in Tampa had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Thorntons #705 in Tampa has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Thorntons in Tampa?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Thorntons #705 in Tampa are: 6-301.14: Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14; 4-602.12: Food-contact surface of cooking or baking equipment not cleaned at least every 24 hours, or cavity or door seals of microwave oven not cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedure. 4-602.12; 3-306.11: Food on display not protected from contamination by the use of packaging; counter, service line, or salad bar food guards; display cases; or other effective means. 3-306.11 P.

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