DirtyFLRestaurant Inspection Data

SOFRESH SOHO

With 4 inspections documented, SOFRESH SOHO maintains a 2.9/5 food safety rating in TAMPA. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

533 SOUTH HOWARD AVE. #8

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.9/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 9/16/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10915686

  • 14-22-4:Basic - Observed: Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings. Priority: Basic
  • 31-12-6:Observed: Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle in restroom. Priority: Basic
  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Observed: Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open employee drink on prep table next to handwashing sink across from handwashing sink Priority: Basic
  • 24-08-4:Basic - Observed: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting observed on plastic containers on shelf in dish area Priority: Basic
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener Wet nesting has build up of debris Priority: Intermediate
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Observed: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container of whole tomatoes placed over hand washing sink across from 3 compartment sink Priority: Intermediate
  • 10-06-5:Basic - Observed: In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle for spoon was in cooked rice at hot holding unit across from flattop Corrected On-Site Priority: Basic
  • 46-01-4:Observed: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Cart of broken down boxes blocking rear exit. Priority: Reporting
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - Observed: No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink across from 3 compartment sink Corrected On-Site Priority: Intermediate
  • 16-46-4:Basic - Observed: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Label residue on outside of clean containers. Manager removed containers. Corrected On-Site Priority: Basic
  • 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Observed: Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed training for 2 employee. Operator states they have it but is unavailable Priority: Intermediate
  • 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Observed: Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed training for 2 employee. Operator states they have it but is unavailable Priority: Intermediate
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Operator started to thaw ROP fish. Inspector educated operator on proper thawing method and operator removed from packaging before thawing Priority: Basic
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop was stored standing in mop sink. Priority: Basic

Inspection Date: 7/30/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10830602

  • 51-18-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-30: **Time Extended**
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-30: Not observed **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 5/1/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10830601

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop inside rice bin. Staff removed bowl. Corrected On-Site
  • 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
  • 51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
  • 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. Joe E. Bobby. Warning
  • 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.

Inspection Date: 1/28/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10743689

  • 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. Employee removed and placed bowl at dishwasher. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-38-4:Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic lids on shelves across from 3 compartment sink have cracks.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at hand washing sink across from 3 compartment sink. Provided operator with updated education packet with handwashing signs. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves have rust buildup.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink across from 3 compartment sink.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No handwashing soap at handwashing sink across from 3 compartment sink.