Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa
Last inspected:
4901 W Linebaugh Ave 108-109, Tampa, FL 33624Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa has recorded 17 inspections with 78 total violations, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, which aligns with the Florida statewide average. The facility experienced a significant spike in violations during the September 2025 inspection, when 27 violations were cited including four high-priority findings: management awareness, food contact surfaces, proper cooking temperatures, and consumer advisory issues. High-priority violations have appeared across multiple inspections, including handwashing (April 2024), employee health reporting (August 2023 and September 2025), approved food source (August 2023), and food condition (August 2023). The facility has not been emergency-closed and received a single disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. The most recent inspection on April 1, 2026 resulted in a Warning Issued disposition with one intermediate violation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2017048146 | $160.00 | Jul 27, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa last inspected?
- Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 1, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper sanitizing.
- How many health inspections has Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa had?
- Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa find?
- Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 1, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Thunderbay Bar & Grill in Tampa been fined?
- Thunderbay Bar & Grill 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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