CAVA Health Score — Tampa, FL

942 S HOWARD AVE, Tampa, FL 33606

Inspections on file 1
High-risk violations 1
Inspected 7/23/2026
Tampa avg 91 / 100
A
90 / 100
Excellent

1 high-risk issue, 3 minor issues found

Inspected July 23, 2026 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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How this compares

This restaurant scored better than 31% of restaurants in Tampa. The city average ClearScore is 91 / 100.

Location

Inspection Breakdown

High Risk
1
Moderate
0
Minor
3

Violations Found

  • High Risk Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils; air drying
  • Minor Plumbing installed and maintained; mop sink; water filters; backflow prevention
  • Minor Floors, walls, ceilings and attached equipment properly constructed and clean; rooms and equipment properly vented
  • Minor Other conditions sanitary and safe operation

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Frequently Asked Questions

CAVA received a ClearScore of 90/100 (Grade A) on its most recent inspection on July 23, 2026. 4 minor violations were noted, but no high-risk issues were found.

The most recent inspection of CAVA on July 23, 2026 found 4 violations: 1 high-risk, 0 moderate, and 3 minor. High-risk violations are the most serious category and require immediate correction under Florida law.

CAVA was last inspected on July 23, 2026 by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Florida restaurants are typically inspected 1–3 times per year on an unannounced basis, with more frequent visits following serious violations.

Based on the most recent inspection, CAVA earned a ClearScore of 90/100 (Grade A), indicating excellent food safety compliance. Only 4 minor violations were noted with no high-risk issues.

The most recent inspection found 4 violations at CAVA: 1. Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils; air drying 2. Plumbing installed and maintained; mop sink; water filters; backflow prevention 3. Floors, walls, ceilings and attached equipment properly constructed and clean; rooms and equipment properly vented. See the full inspection breakdown above for complete details on severity and category.

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