ALAIN PEREZ
1220 E FLETCHER AVE, Tampa FL 33612 · 813.724.1977
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 15 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches behind food preparation table. 1 live roach on floor in front of fryer. 1 live roach next to 3 compartment sink. 13 roaches inside aluminum foil box. Approximately 20 roaches running from behind refrigerator. 2 live roaches on small white freezer.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025035283 | Mar 28, 2025 | Nov 5, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2023015195 | Mar 13, 2023 | Apr 13, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Apr 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee used cell phone started working with food without washing hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shelled eggs stored over top plantains inside refrigerator.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened and held longer than 24 hours has no date markings.
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.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Refried beans cooked and held longer than 24 hour has no date markings inside refrigerator.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup without a handle, use the scoop inside sugar bin.
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water hose connected to air-conditioning unit dripping water into flower bed behind truck.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee using cell phone while working on food truck.
Food stored on floor. Seasoning stored on the floor underneath cashier counter.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. License number not placed on outside of truck.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Sep 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shelled eggs stored overtop plantans and juice in double door refrigerator by truck door.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup without a handle used as scoop inside sugar bin.
Sep 2, 2025Administrative determination recommendedRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shelled eggs stored overtop plantans and juice in double door refrigerator by truck door.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Inside reach in cooler- 18 Dozen shelled eggs (61F - Cold Holding) masa dough (51F - Cold Holding) cream Dairy spread (53F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 18 Dozen shelled eggs (61F - Cold Holding) masa dough (51F - Cold Holding) cream Dairy spread (53F - Cold Holding)
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, cooked beef. Inside refrigerator has no date marking.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup without a handle used as scoop inside sugar bin.
Food stored on floor. Cans of black beans stored in floor by truck door.
Apr 1, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Mar 31, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches behind food preparation table. 1 live roach on floor in front of fryer. 1 live roach next to 3 compartment sink. 13 roaches inside aluminum foil box. Approximately 20 roaches running from behind refrigerator. 2 live roaches on small white freezer.
Mar 28, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches behind food preparation table. 1 live roach on floor in front of fryer. 1 live roach next to 3 compartment sink. 13 roaches inside aluminum foil box. Approximately 20 roaches running from behind refrigerator. 2 live roaches on small white freezer.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. chicken (66F - Cold Holding) salsa (66F - Cold Holding) beef (68F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding- Chicken 66F Fresh salsa 68F. Raw beef 66F.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Marinated chicken,raw beef,black beans all have no date markings.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches underneath reach in cooler. 1 dead roach next to soda refrigerator.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor underneath back left corner of grill.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled underneath cooks line.
Food stored outside. Refrigerator stored outside.
Feb 14, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Food stored on floor, food stored outside, unable to demonstrate proper hot holding. Discussed with operator.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Mobile unit truck actively dispensing waste water behind truck and onto ground draining into street. Operator replaced shut off valve at time of inspection to cease drain.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit available upon request. Chlorine
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Dish drying rack ledge rusted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle on reach in cooler in disrepair.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Dec 6, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Food stored on floor, food stored outside, unable to demonstrate proper hot holding. Discussed with operator.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Mobile unit truck actively dispensing waste water behind truck and onto ground draining into street. Operator replaced shut off valve at time of inspection to cease drain.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit available upon request. Chlorine
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Dish drying rack ledge rusted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle on reach in cooler in disrepair.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Nov 21, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Mobile unit truck dispensing waste water behind truck and onto ground draining into street. Operator replaced shut off valve at time of inspection to cease drain. Operator rinsed and cleaned ground and sanitized at time of inspection.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Food stored on floor, food stored outside, unable to demonstrate proper hot holding. Discussed with operator.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Mobile unit truck actively dispensing waste water behind truck and onto ground draining into street. Operator replaced shut off valve at time of inspection to cease drain.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit available upon request. Chlorine
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Dish drying rack ledge rusted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle on reach in cooler in disrepair.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Nov 13, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Mobile unit truck dispensing waste water behind truck and onto ground draining into street. Operator replaced shut off valve at time of inspection to cease drain. Operator rinsed and cleaned ground and sanitized at time of inspection.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Food stored on floor, food stored outside, unable to demonstrate proper hot holding. Discussed with operator.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Mobile unit truck actively dispensing waste water behind truck and onto ground draining into street. Operator replaced shut off valve at time of inspection to cease drain.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit available upon request. Chlorine
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available upon request.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Dish drying rack ledge rusted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle on reach in cooler in disrepair.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Nov 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority8 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over pickled onions and salsa. Discussed with operator. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Mobile unit truck dispensing waste water behind truck and onto ground draining into street. Operator replaced shut off valve at time of inspection to cease drain. Operator rinsed and cleaned ground and sanitized at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Salsa (112F - Hot Holding) prepared 1:45 first temperature at 2:15 second temperature at 2:20 176F
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Food stored on floor, food stored outside, unable to demonstrate proper hot holding. Discussed with operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked by reach in freezer, discussed with operator on maintaining sink clear and accessible.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store utensils, operator moved at time of inspection.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Mobile unit truck actively dispensing waste water behind truck and onto ground draining into street. Operator replaced shut off valve at time of inspection to cease drain.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit available upon request. Chlorine
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink, discussed with operator.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available upon request.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Dish drying rack ledge rusted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle on reach in cooler in disrepair.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Reach in cooler shelf, plywood.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor near sink.
Food stored on floor. Oil stored on floor. Bananas stored on floor Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Food stored outside. Container of oil stored outside under table, discussed with operator on bringing it inside. Operator brought container inside at time of inspection. Discussed proper storage requirements.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service stored outside, operator brought in and placed in approved location at time of inspection.
Aug 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No towels at hand wash sink, discussed with operator.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Discussed with operator on obtaining probe thermometer.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler next to door missing handle, discussed with operator.
Food stored on floor. Plantains stored on floor, operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Discussed with operator on obtaining stickers for exterior of mobile unit.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Unsealed wood used as shelf in reach in cooler, discussed with operator on sealing wood.
Jun 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-food grade plastic used as liner for food container. Plastic grocery store bag used to cover dough balls in fridge, discussed with operator on obtaining food grade plastic.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Whole Shell Eggs (77F - Cold Holding) Eggs sitting on counter from morning.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Whole Shell Eggs (77F - Cold Holding) Eggs sitting on counter from morning. See stop sale
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. Provided operator with education packet containing clean up procedure.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Discussed with operator on obtaining food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No towels at hand wash sink, discussed with operator.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Discussed with operator on obtaining probe thermometer.
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. Discussed with operator on obtaining food handlers training for all employees.
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. Discussed with operator on printing and obtaining on file.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler next to door missing handle, discussed with operator.
Food stored on floor. Plantains stored on floor, operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Discussed with operator on obtaining stickers for exterior of mobile unit.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.Provided operator with education packet containing choking poster.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Discussed with operator on obtaining ambient air thermometer.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Unsealed wood used as shelf in reach in cooler, discussed with operator on sealing wood.
Mar 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Discussed with operator.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle on reach in cooler in disrepair.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors rust pitted under flat top. Floors soiled under cabinet.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Mar 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Discussed with operator.
No hot running water in three-compartment sink. No hot water in entire establishment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water in entire establishment.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle on reach in cooler in disrepair.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors rust pitted under flat top. Floors soiled under cabinet.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
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