MAIKELS KITCHEN Health Score — Tampa, FL

3864 WATERS AVE, Tampa, FL 33614

Inspections on file 2

High-risk violations 3

Inspected 8/25/2026

Tampa avg 91 / 100

60 / 100

Fair

Pest-related violations were noted — these can indicate structural or sanitation issues beyond a single inspection.

3 high-risk issues, 4 moderate issues, 7 minor issues found

Inspected August 25, 2026 Call Back - Extension given, pending

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Inspection Breakdown

High Risk

Moderate

Minor

Violations Found

High Risk Original container: properly labeled, date marking, consumer advisory
High Risk Food protection, cross-contamination
High Risk Food-contact and nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
Moderate Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
Moderate Non-food contact surfaces clean
Moderate Plumbing installed and maintained; mop sink; water filters; backflow prevention
Moderate Hand wash sinks, hand washing supplies and hand wash sign
Minor Hand wash sinks, hand washing supplies and hand wash sign
Minor Garbage and refuse; premises maintained
Minor No presence or breeding of insects/rodents/pests; no live animals; outer openings protected from insects/pests; rodent proof
Minor Floors, walls, ceilings and attached equipment properly constructed and clean; rooms and equipment properly vented ×2
Minor Other conditions sanitary and safe operation ×2

Inspection History

C

August 25, 2026 Latest Routine - Food

3 high-risk issues, 4 moderate issues, 7 minor issues found

ClearScore: 60 / 100
Routine - Food Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Risk
- #2 Original container: properly labeled, date marking, consumer advisory
- #8 Food protection, cross-contamination
- #14 Food-contact and nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
Moderate
- #22 Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
- #23 Non-food contact surfaces clean
- #29 Plumbing installed and maintained; mop sink; water filters; backflow prevention
- #31 Hand wash sinks, hand washing supplies and hand wash sign
Minor
- #31 Hand wash sinks, hand washing supplies and hand wash sign
- #33 Garbage and refuse; premises maintained
- #35 No presence or breeding of insects/rodents/pests; no live animals; outer openings protected from insects/pests; rodent proof
- #36 Floors, walls, ceilings and attached equipment properly constructed and clean; rooms and equipment properly vented
- #51 Other conditions sanitary and safe operation
12 violations total this inspection
F

August 24, 2026 Routine - Food

8 high-risk issues, 6 moderate issues, 16 minor issues found

ClearScore: 10 / 100
Routine - Food Warning Issued
High Risk
- #1 Approved source
- #2 Original container: properly labeled, date marking, consumer advisory
- #3 Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS)
- #6 PH/TCS foods properly thawed
- #8 Food protection, cross-contamination
Moderate
- #10 In use food dispensing utensils properly stored
- #12 Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices, eating/drinking/smoking
- #14 Food-contact and nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
- #22 Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
- #23 Non-food contact surfaces clean
Minor
- #29 Plumbing installed and maintained; mop sink; water filters; backflow prevention
- #31 Hand wash sinks, hand washing supplies and hand wash sign
- #33 Garbage and refuse; premises maintained
- #35 No presence or breeding of insects/rodents/pests; no live animals; outer openings protected from insects/pests; rodent proof
- #36 Floors, walls, ceilings and attached equipment properly constructed and clean; rooms and equipment properly vented
- #40 Employee personal belongings
- #41 Chemicals/toxic substances
- #51 Other conditions sanitary and safe operation
18 violations total this inspection

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Frequently Asked Questions

Did MAIKELS KITCHEN pass its last health inspection? −

MAIKELS KITCHEN received a ClearScore of 60/100 (Grade C) on its inspection on August 25, 2026. While it did not receive a failing grade, inspectors found 14 violations, including 3 high-risk issues. We recommend reviewing the full violation list before visiting.

Were pest or rodent issues found at MAIKELS KITCHEN? +

Yes — MAIKELS KITCHEN's inspection on August 25, 2026 noted pest-related violations, which inspectors classify as a serious concern. In total, 14 violations were recorded: 3 high-risk, 4 moderate, and 7 minor. Pest violations can indicate structural or sanitation issues beyond a single inspection cycle.

Did MAIKELS KITCHEN have a follow-up inspection? +

Yes — MAIKELS KITCHEN had a callback (follow-up) inspection on file, which occurs when a previous inspection found violations that required re-inspection to verify correction. The most recent inspection on August 25, 2026 is shown above. Florida inspectors typically return within 24–72 hours for serious violations.

Should I be concerned about eating at MAIKELS KITCHEN? +

MAIKELS KITCHEN received a Grade C (ClearScore 60/100) on its most recent inspection. There were 3 high-risk violations noted, which are worth reviewing before your visit. We recommend checking the specific violations listed above.

What violations were found at MAIKELS KITCHEN? +

The most recent inspection found 14 violations at MAIKELS KITCHEN: 1. Original container: properly labeled, date marking, consumer advisory 2. Food protection, cross-contamination 3. Food-contact and nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located. See the full inspection breakdown above for complete details on severity and category.

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