MILLER'S ALE HOUSE INC
2108 East Fowler Avenue
Tampa, Florida, 33612
Hillsborough County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.3/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/5/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
1
Basic
8
Total
11
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl without a handle used as scoop inside rice bin. Chef discarded bowl. Corrected On-Site
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Door handle on reach in freezer on cooks line has food buildup.
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on table on cooks line with no lid. Chef discarded drink. Corrected On-Site
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes stacked on top of each other preventing proper air drying on shelves across from 3 compartment sink.
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside small white freezer at end of cooks line.
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes on shelves across from 3 compartment sink.
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe in ceiling.
- 21-08-4:Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer solution tested 0ppm of quaternary ammonia. Chef refilled bucket refilled bucket retested at 200ppm. Corrected On-Site
- 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher in bar area has an empty bottle of chlorine sanitizer connected to dishwasher. Chef replaced bottle of chlorine retested 100ppm. Corrected On-Site
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee worked with raw chicken change his gloves without washing his hands. Had a discussion with employee about proper handwashing techniques employee washed his hands. Corrected On-Site
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No hot water measuring device for dishwasher.
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/5/2025 revealed 11 total violations (2 high priority, 1 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 7/23/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
1
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-23: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/23/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 7/19/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
2
Basic
2
Total
7
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Observed: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance. Priority: Basic
- 16-46-4:Basic - Observed: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes across from 3 compartment sink. Staff removed and washed dishes. Corrected On-Site Priority: Basic
- 50-17-3:High Priority - Observed: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Admin Complaint Priority: High Priority
- 05-10-4:Intermediate - Observed: Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Reach in cooler next to fryer is out of temperature all above 50F thermometer not used to check temperature. Priority: Intermediate
- 05-10-4:Intermediate - Observed: Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Reach in cooler next to fryer is out of temperature all above 50F thermometer not used to check temperature. Priority: Intermediate
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken tenders 51F. Chicken tenders 54F. Liquids eggs 59F. Squid 61F. Chicken 52F. Chicken tenders 53F. Priority: High Priority
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken tenders 51F. Chicken tenders 54F. Liquids eggs 59F. Squid 61F. Chicken 52F. Chicken tenders 53F. Cole slaw 51F. Warning Priority: High Priority
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/19/2024 revealed 7 total violations (3 high priority, 2 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 2/14/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
2
Total
2
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 24-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on dish drying rack in back next to three compartment sink. Discussed with operator proper dish drying procedure. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-14: **Time Extended**
- 16-46-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean dishes on dish drying rack, discussed with operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-14: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/14/2024 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 2/6/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
4
Total
8
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 24-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on dish drying rack in back next to three compartment sink. Discussed with operator proper dish drying procedure. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: **Time Extended**
- 22-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of ovens on cooks line soiled with debris, soiled warmer on cooks line soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: **Time Extended**
- 16-46-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean dishes on dish drying rack, discussed with operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: **Time Extended**
- 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink next to dishwashing area leaking. Operator stated he would call and have a plumber come and make repairs. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: **Time Extended**
- 22-57-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. High temperature dish machine reaching 143F, operator called for repairs and set up three compartment sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. High temperature dish machine reaching 143F, operator called for repairs and set up three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Fransisco Enriquez EXPIRED 04-09-2023 Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled soda nozzle at server station and back bar area. Observed soiled soda gun in front bar area. Discussed with operator. Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers in bar area soiled with debris. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: **Time Extended**
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No high temp test kit provided when using high temp dishwasher at ware washing machine. Operator stated they are receiving more. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: Operator has ordered test strips, waiting for arrival. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/6/2024 revealed 8 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 2/5/2024
High Priority
6
Intermediate
5
Basic
10
Total
21
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 29-18-4:Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover in back mop sink not properly secured. Warning
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table in back prep area. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on dish drying rack in back next to three compartment sink. Discussed with operator proper dish drying procedure. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil next to hand sink stored on floor, operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. Observed pretzels on ground in freezer , operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of ovens on cooks line soiled with debris, soiled warmer on cooks line soiled. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in coolers throughout kitchen soiled. Exterior of reach in cooler in front bar area soiled with debris. Repeat Violation Warning
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean dishes on dish drying rack, discussed with operator. Warning
- 08B-17-4:Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed Poblano Peppers and Cucumbers over commercially packaged apple sauce. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink next to dishwashing area leaking. Operator stated he would call and have a plumber come and make repairs. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled water bottle on cooks line, operator labeled at time of inspection Corrected On-Site Warning
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee switch from prepping raw chicken to ready to eat salad station without proper handwashing between tasks. Warning
- 12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed dishwasher. Warning
- 22-57-6:High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. High temperature dish machine reaching 143F, operator called for repairs and set up three compartment sink. Warning
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one fly in bar area up front, observed one fly in back kitchen area. Warning
- 28-13-5:High Priority - Raw sewage grey water on ground of establishment. When dishwasher drained dish machine it overflowed onto floor, operator called plumber to fix machine at time of inspection. Establishment is discontinuing use of dish machine till repairs are made. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw Chicken (44F - Cold Holding); Chicken Buttermilk Mixture (44F - Cold Holding); Potstickers (46F - Cold Holding) FIRST TEMP AT 1:00pm SECOND TEMP at 3:00pm Diced Tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Vegetables (45F - Cold Holding); Swiss Cheese (44F - Cold Holding)- CORRECTED TO 41F Warning
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Fransisco Enriquez EXPIRED 04-09-2023 Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled soda nozzle at server station and back bar area. Observed soiled soda gun in front bar area. Discussed with operator. Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers in bar area soiled with debris. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to walk in cooler in back prep area blocked by cardboard boxes. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink next to office in kitchen used to store knife. Operator moved to approved location Corrected On-Site Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No high temp test kit provided when using high temp dishwasher at ware washing machine. Operator stated they are receiving more. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in back bar area. Operator provided paper towels at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/5/2024 revealed 21 total violations (6 high priority, 5 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 9/13/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
4
Basic
2
Total
6
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice Machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside reach in cooler on cooks line are soiled.
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed operator employee health agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No hand washing soap at hand washing sink on cooks line. Manager placed soap at hand washing sink. Corrected On-Site
- 02C-08-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Ribs thawing inside walk in cooler has no date markings.
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/13/2023 revealed 6 total violations (0 high priority, 4 intermediate, 2 basic).