CHANTA AUTHENTIC EUROPEAN CUISINE
113 S HYDE PARK AVE, Tampa FL 33606 · 813-605-4011
Last inspected May 15, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
APR 24
AUG 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
MAR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches underneath the three compartment sink. 2 live roaches under water heater 1 live roach inside a dough making container. 1 live roach on table underneath silverware.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025014089 | Feb 26, 2025 | Oct 8, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2025059979 | Jul 29, 2025 | Oct 8, 2025 | $800 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Mar 5, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Creamed chicken Dated 2-26-26 Pork stew Dated 2-10-26 Pork stew Dated 2-26-26 Goolash beef Dated 2-20-26
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Creamed chicken Dated 2-26-26 Pork stew Dated 2-10-26 Pork stew Dated 2-26-26 Goolash beef Dated 2-20-26
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal pan and plastic lid in Handwash sink next to dish machine.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink next to dish machine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink next to dish machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. White plastic bowl in bulk polenta.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee opened water bottle on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink next to dish machine.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Under dish machine 3 compartment sink. Walls throughout kitchen.
Jul 30, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 1 employee observed for 2 employees
Jul 29, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 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 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested at 0 ppm, retested to 100 pm
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches underneath the three compartment sink. 2 live roaches under water heater 1 live roach inside a dough making container. 1 live roach on table underneath silverware.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: feta 62 F see stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.reach in cooler main prep cooler Cold holding: cook mushrooms 48F heavy cream 47F cut tomatoes 56F cook vegetables 48F cook sausage 47F discussed with employees to rapid cool down with ice or move to different cooler
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 1 employee observed for 2 employees
Dead roaches on premises. 4 dead roaches underneath three compartment sink.
Feb 27, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 26, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 8 rodent droppings underneath food preparation table in back kitchen area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink has a container stored inside it. Chef removed container and placed at dishwasher.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor. Operator has invoice showing that pest control recently treated on restaurant on 01/31/2025.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Onions not washed before preparation. Chef washed onions.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Octopus and lobster thawing at room temperature. Chef placed food under running water.
Aug 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.
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 removed items from trash took off gloves started working without washing hands. Spoke with employee about proper hand washing employee washed his hands.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil stored in water at 82F in pot next to grill.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towel used inside pork belly container inside reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Garlic and oil held on time has no time markings.
Time/temperature control for safety food required to be date marked is not date marked and time of opening/preparation cannot be determined. See stop sale. Garlic and oil held at room temperature has no date markings. Chef stated it was made 2 days ago.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink on front line.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lasagna cooked in the past 24 hours has no date markings inside reach in cooler on cooks line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
Food stored in undrained ice. Raw chicken stored in water inside walk in cooler. In small storage containers on bottom shelves of walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Flour bin stored on floor next to food preparation sink.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Cloth stored underneath cutting board on reach in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets are soiled inside reach in cooler in kitchen area.
Apr 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non-food grade paper towel lining octopus pan. Chef removed paper towels.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Feta cheese stored on floor in walk in cooler. Chef removed cheese and properly stored it.
Dec 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips at time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Mashed potatoes inside refrigerator held longer then 24 hours has no date markings.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
Food stored on floor. Flour stored on floor underneath 3 compartment sink. Chef
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door handle.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Cloth stored underneath cutting board on reach in cooler on cooks line.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored underneath reach in cooler on cooks line.
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.