Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico
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3345 Lithia Pinecrest Rd, Valrico, FL 33596JF Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico has accumulated 185 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed, but enforcement actions have escalated dramatically over the past year. High-priority violations have appeared consistently across recent inspections, including handwashing facility deficiencies (cited in 4 of the last 6 inspections), chemical storage violations (5 of the last 6 inspections), employee health policy failures (3 inspections), and time-as-a-control protocol breaches (2 inspections). A fire safety violation was documented on November 17, 2021, when a portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone. The most recent inspection on April 1, 2026 identified 24 violations and resulted in an administrative complaint being recommended to the state—the second such recommendation in four months, indicating formal enforcement proceedings are being initiated.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
6.9
violations / inspection
6.9 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.7
violations / inspection
5.7 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026033408 | $200.00 | Apr 1, 2026 | Miami (Doral) |
Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
2 tanks on rack by back door. Operator placed outside. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed extinguisher next to managers office in red section labeled "recharge"
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections29 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 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
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
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Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico last inspected?
- Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 21, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico?
- The most frequently cited violations at Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico had?
- Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico find?
- Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico was most recently inspected on July 21, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico ever been shut down?
- No, Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico been fined?
- Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar in Valrico operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Lord Bradley's Tavern (2021).
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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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