Vw Publix in Tampa

Last inspected:

1313 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33629

Part of: Publix Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

VW Publix 0611 is a vended water facility in Tampa that received 7 inspections between August 2023 and January 2026, with violations documented on only one inspection date. On October 2, 2025, inspectors cited four violations: cold-held temperature control failures in both the deli department (prepackaged cheese at 59°F, relocated to freezer and recooled) and retail area (prepackaged deli meats at 47°F, similarly corrected); a bakery warewashing dishmachine not reaching the 160°F minimum sanitization temperature (corrected by technician during inspection); and a handwashing sink in the produce processing room blocked by cardboard boxes (made accessible on site). All four violations were corrected during the inspection. The most recent inspection on January 5, 2026 was a focused inspection with lab results provided and zero violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

7FDACS Insp.
4Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Vw Publix in Tampa: FDACS Inspection History (7)

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
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted routine offsite inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SARA FELDHAUS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: JOHN COUGHENOUR

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. The issues described in Request #5138941 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

Risk-Based Violations

4-501.11 In a mechanical operation, the temperature of the fresh hot water sanitizing rinse exceeds 194°F, is less than 165°F for a stationary rack single temperature machine, or is less than 180°F in any other machine as it enters the manifold. 4-501.112 PfPf
Bakery Warewashing Area: Hot water sanitization dishmachine not reaching minimum water temperature of 160 F. COS: Technician arrived during inspection and adjusted dishmachine.
3-501.16(A)(2) Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) PPRepeat
Deli Department: Internal temperature of prepackaged shredded cheese recently placed in reach in cooler near chill blasters measures 59 F. COS: Out of temperature products relocated to freezer to quick chill to 41 F or less before placed in proper refrigeration or discarded as needed. Retail Area: Internal temperature of prepackaged deli meats recently placed in bunker cooler measures 47 F. COS: Out of temperature products relocated to freezer to quick chill to 41 F or less before placed in proper refrigeration or discarded as needed. Overstocked products removed from bunker cooler to increase air flow throughout unit. Bunker cooler temperature verified by inspector. Y x Repeat COS
5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Produce Processing Room: Handwashing sink blocked by cardboard boxes. COS: Handwash sink made accessible.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13
Bakery Department: Heavy carbon buildup on baking pans and speed racks.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: SARA FELDHAUS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: The issues described in Request #5138941 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SARA FELDHAUS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: J.R. LORELLO

Comments: The issues described in Request #5134076 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted routine offsite inspection. Lab results added.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SARA FELDHAUS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: This Focused Inspection is being conducted offsite to document a verbal conversation with the issues described in Request #5106837 were addressed with the person in charge.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SARA FELDHAUS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: KELSEY MORMAN

Comments: Focused Inspection - Routine Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Vw Publix in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vw Publix in Tampa last inspected?
Vw Publix 0611 in Tampa was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on January 5, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Vw Publix in Tampa had?
Vw Publix 0611 in Tampa has 7 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Vw Publix in Tampa find?
Vw Publix 0611 in Tampa was most recently inspected by FDACS on January 5, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Vw Publix in Tampa had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Vw Publix 0611 in Tampa has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Vw Publix in Tampa?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Vw Publix 0611 in Tampa are: 5-205.11: Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 Pf; 4-501.11: In a mechanical operation, the temperature of the fresh hot water sanitizing rinse exceeds 194°F, is less than 165°F for a stationary rack single temperature machine, or is less than 180°F in any other machine as it enters the manifold. 4-501.112 Pf; 3-501.16(A)(2): Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) P.

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