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SOUTHERN LUV

SOUTHERN LUV located in TAMPA has undergone 5 health department inspections, achieving a 3.4/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 3 weeks ago · 5 reports on file

8019 CITRUS PARK DR

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.4/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/26/2026· 3w ago

Visit ID: 13602132

Met Inspection Standards

4 int, 5 basic

  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 2 carbon dioxide tanks not secured, located outside of walk-in freezer.
  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation
  • 14-36-5:Basic - Interior of reach in freezer door in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Located on outside exterior of door.
  • 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Repeat Violation
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink blocked by a metal cart, next to three compartment sink. Operator unblocked sink at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located at front service handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located at front service and back kitchen hand washing sink. Operator provided soap at that time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 53B-13-5:Intermediate - 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. Missing for Makayla and Carlos.

12/22/2025· 3mo ago

Visit ID: 10901370

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 3 basic

  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up inside walk-in freezer.
  • 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water inside reach-in cooler at front counter. Operator cleaned water from unit. Corrected On-Site
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packaged smoked bbq chicken breast inside prep sink in standing water. Discussed with employee who drained water and applied cold running water to thaw. Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in rear prep area blocked by speed rack. Speed rack was relocated. Sink accessible Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink at front counter. No soap at hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. Employee refilled dispensers during inspection. Corrected On-Site

1/16/2025· 1y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 10758658

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

1/13/2025· 1y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 8832994

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 4 int

  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. A pack of beef brisket (64F - Cold Holding) stored on speedy rack in back kitchen. Operator moved in walk-in cooler at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in three-compartments sink and prep sink in kitchen. Warning
  • 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. Warning
  • 31A-07-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink in warewashing area unable to provided hot and cold running water with pressure, no other handwash sink available near by in back kitchen. Operator contacted plumber at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at handwash sink. At front service area. Warning

7/18/2024· 1y 9mo ago

Visit ID: 8704778

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