THE KAHWA HOOKAH LOUNGE
4019 E BUSCH BLVD, STE 320
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.3/5)
Based on 2 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection on 3/31/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
6
Total
6
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust soiled ceiling tiles in the lounge area and in the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
- 50-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable by the three companies sink. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
- 51-13-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator a copy. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves in the storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
- 29-49-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on the cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/31/2025 revealed 6 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 1/28/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
6
Total
8
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust soiled ceiling tiles in the lounge area and in the kitchen.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable by the three companies sink.
- 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator a copy.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves in the storage area.
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on the cook line.
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
- 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.
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/28/2025 revealed 8 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 6 basic).