Central Cafe
308 E Zack St, Tampa, FL 33602 · Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle · License 3954048
What drove the grade
Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly by steam warmers not landing on food
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Jul 14 routine inspection2 high priority (fixed by the Sep 15 follow-up), 3 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot), 1 basic-15
- Safety score85
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 2 visitsRoutine inspection
- Follow-up visitSep 15, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
All earlier violations corrected.
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website - First visitJul 14, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
6 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority2
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
Employee touch cell phone then began grabbing water bottles . Discussed with employee the importance of hand washing
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly by steam warmers not landing on food
Intermediate3
Code 28, Sewage and wastewater disposal: Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly.
Observed moving water
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Stored container in sink. Employee removed
Fixed on the spot
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Trainings are at other location
Basic1
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
White boards
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Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.