CENTRO LOUNGE AND KITCHEN
1600 E 8 AVE STE D-204, Tampa FL 33605 · 727459-6546
Last inspected Apr 17, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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DEC 24
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022059077 | Dec 6, 2022 | Mar 8, 2023 | $400 |
| 3--2015031141 | Jul 11, 2015 | Aug 6, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment is open and serving food/ drinks to the public.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic container and brushes in Handwash sink in kitchen.
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen on.
Apr 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach spray bottle on prep table in kitchen.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
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.
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.
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 reach in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled pink liquid at bar.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee green Gatorade bottle on top of drink machines in kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee opened Gatorade Bottle in large reach in cooler in kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen.
Dec 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic containers in handwash sink. Operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink in bar.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with pink liquid at bar.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing in 3 compartment sink without running water.
Apr 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Mar 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Clear lid containers in handwash sink.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid at bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine at bar.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee cup on prep table in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor in kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Tall reach in cooler in kitchen.
Oct 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: salsa 46 F, guac 50 F, open put on ice at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bulk box of foil on handwash sink in kitchen. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid at bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Bulk box of plastic cups on floor in kitchen.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Kitchen and bar.
Stored food not covered. Onions in reach in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls near grill and frozen drink machines.
Aug 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.