Forbici Modern Italian
1633 W Snow Ave, Tampa, FL 33606 · Permanent Food Service · License 3918376
What drove the grade
Pet dog permitted in outdoor dining area without local ordinance allowing pet dogs in outdoor dining areas.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Oct 12 complaint inspection3 intermediate (2 fixed on the spot), 5 basic (1 repeat)-13
- Safety score87
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitComplaint inspection
- First visitOct 12, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
8 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate3
Code 01, Approved source; food safe and unadulterated: No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters.
- Tag was not with mussels in walk in cooler. They had moved it to their binder. They found the tag and put it with the mussels.
Fixed on the spot
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
- Hand wash sink by pizza oven blocked by a movable rack. Operator moved.
Fixed on the spot
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Pet dog permitted in outdoor dining area without local ordinance allowing pet dogs in outdoor dining areas.
- observed pet dog drinking water on patio dining area. Hostess did not check if it was a service animal. She states that dogs are allowed on patio. Discussed local doggie dining permit and ADA guidelines with the operator.
Basic5
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
- Employee eating in side food service area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
- Employee drink on counter in service area. Drink was moved.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Code 25, Single-service items: Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
- unwrapped straws being stored on bar within customer reach. Operator relocated them behind bar.
Fixed on the spot
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
- tank not secure located by frontline.
Reading this report
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.