KIKI'S RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE

Name: KIKI'S RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE
Address: 5555 S 78 ST, TAMPA, FL, 33619, US
Rating: 9.2

5555 S 78 ST, TAMPA, FL 33619

License #3916348

🍺 Bar/Pub ℹ️

9.2 Grade F / 100

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March 9, 2026 · 12 findings · 1 critical

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KIKI'S RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE in TAMPA currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 9.2 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 10 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 9, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 140 total violations — 23 critical, 39 major, 78 minor.

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Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
[32-02-4] Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Mens and womens room.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf over food for establishment near walk in cooler.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor in dry storage room.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Raw bacon,cooked ham and multiple items in walk in cooler.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Kitchen area.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table in kitchen.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked ham in walk in cooler. Operator relocated at time of inspection.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beans and multiple items in walk in cooler.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid on clean dish rack.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
[32-02-4] Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Mens and womens room.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf over food for establishment near walk in cooler.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee hat and keys on prep table near ice machine in kitchen.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor in dry storage room.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Raw bacon,cooked ham and multiple items in walk in cooler.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Kitchen area.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table in kitchen.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked ham in walk in cooler. Operator relocated at time of inspection.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: fried eggs 98 F, Per operator items were made 10-20 prior put on grill to bring back to temperature.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Flying insect bug spray next to bulk seasonings in kitchen.
[12A-03-4] Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Brush for dishes in Handwash sink in kitchen. Employee removed.
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Mens restroom. Handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beans and multiple items in walk in cooler.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid on clean dish rack.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men am womens bathroom door left open.
[36-36-4] Ceiling tile missing. Multiple ceiling tiles missing in kitchen.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee cup and water in prep table in kitchen.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on cutting boards in kitchen.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting of clear containers on shelf over 3 compartment sink.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Raw pork on floor in kitchen. Bulk oil on floor in dry storage closet.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop in bulk rice.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in coolers.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer in kitchen.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing chicken in large trash can in kitchen.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout kitchen.
[29-03-4] Water draining onto floor surface. Water on floor throughout kitchen.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths on prep table in kitchen.
[41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Opened Pepto Bismul in reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed.
[35A-02-7] Live, small flying insects found. 2 live fly on prep table in kitchen. 1 live fly on scale in kitchen. 1 live fly flying around kitchen. 1 live fly landed on spoon on prep table.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and raw beef over Alfredo and multiple items in reach in cooler.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: cooked beans 50 F, Per operator beans were put in walk in cooler at 5 pm the day before.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: cooked beans 50 F, Per operator beans were put in walk in cooler at 5 pm the day before.
[03E-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Reheating: yuca 82 F, tamales 84 F, Per operator items were taken from walk in cooler then reheated on stove and put on prep table in kitchen 30 minutes prior. Operator put on stove at time of inspection to reheat to 165 F,.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
[27-05-5] Handwash sink does not provide water through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Hot water not working at only handwash sink in kitchen.
[05-10-4] Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beans, cooked rice and multiple items in walk in cooler.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on prep table in kitchen.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on shelf over prep table in kitchen.
[35B-08-4] Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Approximately 30 dead flies on sticky trap on pole over prep table in kitchen.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in coolers.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on prep table in kitchen.
[41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Pepto Bismol on prep table in kitchen next to drink machine.
[08B-27-4] Food placed in soiled container/equipment. 3 Boxes of raw chicken held in mop sink. Inspector had operator remove from cardboard box and place in walk in cooler.
[35A-02-6] Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 16 live flies in kitchen landing on prep table, cans of food, clean dishes, Togo containers and handle of ladle for pooled eggs.
[02C-01-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Rice and multiple items in walk in cooler.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner on shelf over condiments at front line.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Towel in handwash sink.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on front line.
[53B-13-5] 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. Only available for one employee.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bulk rice.
[51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 2 CO tanks not secured near womens restrooms.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple employee drinks next to icee machine at front counter area.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table at fr8nt counter.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Raw beef on floor in kitchen next to mop sink.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers. Hood filters in kitchen.
[25-32-4] Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Spiced held in peeled garlic containers.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Sausage and multiple items in reach in freezer.
[29-03-4] Water draining onto floor surface. Water draining on floor under ice machine in kitchen.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on prep table throughout kitchen.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: pork 126 F, operator put on stove to reheat at time of inspection.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Fly spray on prep table in kitchen. Operator relocated at time of inspection.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. White plastic container on handwash sink at front counter.