CIBAO MARKET
3712 N 15 ST, Tampa FL 33610 · 813-443-8587
Last inspected Jun 4, 2026 · 5 visits since July 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. 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
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022057415 | Nov 1, 2022 | Dec 16, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jun 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Fausto Rafael Castillo, owner, expired on 11/16/2025.
Nov 20, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 21 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority8 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 21 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of medicine stored on top of reach-in-cooler in front kitchen area
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed large pot of water in hand sink back kitchen area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front and back kitchen area
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Back kitchen area
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk-in-cooler
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Front kitchen area
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees cell phone on prep table
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in front kitchen area near mop storage room
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Back kitchen area
Screen in door torn/in poor repair.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Aug 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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. Microwave soiled in front kitchen area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Back kitchen area near 3 compartment sink and front kitchen area
No soap provided at handwash sink. Back kitchen area near 3 compartment sink
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked foods in walk-in-cooler
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed green cutting board broken and cut grooves.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Back kitchen area near 3 compartment sink and front kitchen area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Mar 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Back kitchen area
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Back kitchen area
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Food in walk-in-cooler
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Also cracked on prep table
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Food in walk-in-cooler
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Open dumpster lid.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jul 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cleaning products stored inside hand sink in back kitchen area
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Foods in walk-in-cooler and reach-in-cooler not date marked
Cooker pipe in walk-in-cooler leaking into a bucket.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Light not functioning. In back kitchen area on cooksline
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Front kitchen area
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.