SHAWARMA ASHAM

SHAWARMA ASHAM in TAMPA has 5 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 3.3/5. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 2 months ago · 5 reports on file

2207 East Busch Boulevard
Tampa, Florida, 33612
Hillsborough County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.3/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

12/19/2025· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 13598770

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 3 basic

  • 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at handwashing sink. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-19: **Time Extended**
  • 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside reach in cooler are soiled with black-mold like substance. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-19: **Time Extended**
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Plastic bottles of sauces have no labeling of ingredients inside reach in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-19: **Time Extended**
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-19: **Time Extended**

12/17/2025· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 10904487

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 int, 4 basic

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Buckets of pickled vegetables stored on floor by truck door.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at handwashing sink.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside reach in cooler are soiled with black-mold like substance.
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Plastic bottles of sauces have no labeling of ingredients inside reach in cooler.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

12/16/2024· 1y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 8993528

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

9/18/2024· 1y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8892864

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 1 int

  • 50-08-7:High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Discussed with operator on obtaining license for mobile unit. Warning Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: Operator submitted license application prior to callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: Application submitted **Time Extended**
  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/planreview/. Operator does not have waste water tank permanently affixed. Warning Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: Operator installed waste water tank prior to callback. Discussed with operator on obtaining plans for mobile unit. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: . 3 compartment sink moved, handwashing sink removed, service window reduced, refrigerator moved. Added 3 gyro machines, Removed wall cabinet Admin Complaint

8/13/2024· 1y 7mo ago

Visit ID: 8892861

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 1 int

  • 50-08-7:High Priority - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Discussed with operator on obtaining license for mobile unit. Warning Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: Operator submitted license application prior to callback. **Time Extended**
  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/planreview/. Operator does not have waste water tank permanently affixed. Warning Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: Operator installed waste water tank prior to callback. Discussed with operator on obtaining plans for mobile unit. **Time Extended**
  • 29-34-4:High Priority - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Discussed with operator on obtaining vacuum breaker for hose splitter prior. Warning Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: **Time Extended**