Torch Grill & Chill
5008 E Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33617 · Permanent Food Service · License 3916093
What drove the grade
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Aug 28 routine inspection1 high priority (no follow-up needed), 2 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot), 1 basic-9
- Safety score91
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitAug 28, 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.
4 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
Observed raw chicken being stored over ready to eat pickled jalapeños. Manager was able to correct storage.
Intermediate2
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Manager was able to provide.
Fixed on the spot
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Manager unable to find the certificate at the time of inspection.
Basic1
Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Observed on handles to reach in cooler.
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.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Ready-to-eat food
- Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.