CHECKER'S #196 Health Score — Tampa, FL

2820 W MLK BLVD, Tampa, FL 336076306

Inspections on file 2
High-risk violations 1
Inspected 8/21/2026
Tampa avg 91 / 100
B
89 / 100
Good

1 high-risk issue, 1 moderate issue, 1 minor issue found

Inspected August 21, 2026 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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How this compares

This restaurant scored better than 28% of restaurants in Tampa. The city average ClearScore is 91 / 100.

Location

Inspection Breakdown

High Risk
1
Moderate
1
Minor
1

Violations Found

  • High Risk Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS)
  • Moderate Dishwashing facilities; chemical test kit(s); gauges
  • Minor Wiping cloths; clean and soiled linens; laundry facilities

Inspection History

  • B
    August 21, 2026 Latest Complaint Full

    1 high-risk issue, 1 moderate issue, 1 minor issue found

    ClearScore: 89 / 100

    Complaint Full Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    High Risk

    • #3 Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS)

    Moderate

    • #16 Dishwashing facilities; chemical test kit(s); gauges

    Minor

    • #21 Wiping cloths; clean and soiled linens; laundry facilities

    3 violations total this inspection

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Frequently Asked Questions

CHECKER'S #196 received a ClearScore of 89/100 (Grade B) on its inspection on August 21, 2026. 3 violations were found, including 1 high-risk issue. Overall, the kitchen was in reasonable compliance.

The most recent inspection of CHECKER'S #196 on August 21, 2026 found 3 violations: 1 high-risk, 1 moderate, and 1 minor. High-risk violations are the most serious category and require immediate correction under Florida law.

CHECKER'S #196 was last inspected on August 21, 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.

CHECKER'S #196 received a Grade B (ClearScore 89/100) on its most recent inspection. There was 1 high-risk violation noted, which are worth reviewing before your visit. We recommend checking the specific violations listed above.

The most recent inspection found 3 violations at CHECKER'S #196: 1. Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS) 2. Dishwashing facilities; chemical test kit(s); gauges 3. Wiping cloths; clean and soiled linens; laundry facilities. See the full inspection breakdown above for complete details on severity and category.

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