Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa
Last inspected:
2223 Westshore Blvd Unit B207, Tampa, FL 33607Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa has accumulated 185 violations across 31 inspections since 2019, averaging 6 violations per visit. The facility was shut down twice, in 2022 for fly activity and in 2024 for rodent, roach, and fly activity. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,360 in fines, with the largest penalty at $800. Top recurring violations include employee health reporting, proper cooking temperatures, and approved food sources, with recent inspections from late 2024 showing an uptick in high-priority violations before compliance in late 2025.
Most recent closure: October 29, 2024 for rodent, roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
6
violations / inspection
6 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (2)
Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,360.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024066127 | $400.00 | Oct 29, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 3--2021039820 | $800.00 | Aug 23, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2019051621 | $160.00 | Aug 19, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections38 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between October 29, 2024 and October 31, 2024. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa last inspected?
- Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa last shut down?
- Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa was last shut down on October 29, 2024 for rodent, roach & fly 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 Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa are: Employee health reporting, Proper cooking temps, Time as control.
- How many health inspections has Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa had?
- Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa find?
- Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa was most recently inspected on January 12, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- Has Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,360.00 in fines.
- How much has Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa been fined?
- Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,360.00 across 3 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).
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.
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