CONGA'S LATIN CAFE & RESTAURANT
4511 GUNN HWY, Tampa FL 33624 · 813-962-7775
Last inspected Apr 21, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to fryer. 3 live roach on floor in back kitchen beneath electrical box.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024047408 | Aug 1, 2024 | Oct 16, 2024 | $400 |
| 3--2022008438 | Jan 26, 2022 | Mar 18, 2022 | $160 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Apr 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.observed raw chicken stored over a case of tomatoes in reach in cooler next to spice rack in kitchen closet to fryers.employee moved item to appropriate location.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink behind building missing a vacuum breaker, discussed with operator the importance of a vacuum breaker.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed tools and plumbers putty on the handwashing sink in the back kitchen next to the exit door, manager moved tool to the appropriate location.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Discussed with manager the importance of cleaning the ice machine, she said she will wash it this this week.
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Food stored on floor. Observed box of fryer oil stored on floor next to fryers, employee raised items off of the floor.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.observed wet mop stored in mop bucket in woman's bathroom and a wet mop stored in mop bucket in the back kitchen stored next to exit door, manager hung both mops to dry.
Jan 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Front line and kitchen cutting boards soiled. Inside nozzles of soda fountain soiled.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold-like substance and calcium built-up inside ice machine.
Nov 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Chlorine sanitizer in three compartment sink at 10pm. Employee readjusted chlorine to 50ppm during time of inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw frozen chicken stored over raw frozen beef in kitchen Reach in freezer. Operator relocated all products to an approved location during time of inspection.
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/ Expired CFM for Daysi.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Front line and kitchen cutting boards soiled. Inside nozzles of soda fountain soiled.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Expired for Yarisleydis.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold-like substance and calcium built-up inside ice machine.
Stored food not covered. Cut tomato, cut onions, plantains in kitchen Reach in cooler not covered. French fries, tater tots, raw bacon in kitchen Reach in freezer not covered. Employee covered all foods during time of inspection.
Jan 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken stored over unwashed tomatoes in kitchen Reach in cooler.
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. An educational packet with vomit or diarrhea discharge clean-up plan has been emailed to the operator during time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reusable plastic baskets lined with aluminum foil. Both basket and foil liners are soiled with debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Food container inside kitchen Employee handwash sink. Employee removed container during time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in kitchen Reach in cooler not date marked: yuca, cooked plantains, sliced cheese, sliced ham, ground beef, cooked rice.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical Spray bottle beneath microwave on front service line not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of the ice machine has black mold-like substance.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Located inside front line Reach in cooler. Operator segregated and labeled personal food during time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. Container of frying oil stored on floor adjacent to fryers.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in cereal bin touching cereal on front service line. Operator removed scoop during time of inspection.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed 2 containers of black beans thawing in room temperature adjacent to back kitchen Employee handwash sink. Discussed with employee the proper thawing methods. Employee placed both containers inside Reach in cooler to thaw.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles with mayo and sauce inside Reach in cooler on front line service counter not labeled. Sugar bin inside kitchen area not labeled.
Aug 8, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. No date marked for produce inside Reach in cooler in back kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Inside True brand Reach in cooler. Dry storage shelf next to fryer rusted.
Aug 7, 2024■ 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. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to fryer. 3 live roach on floor in back kitchen beneath electrical box.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marked for produce inside Reach in cooler in back kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to fryer. 1 dead roach on floor next to water heater. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath center prep table. 1 dead roach on center prep table shelf inside kitchen. 10 dead roaches on floor beneath three compartment sink. 7 dead roaches beneath back kitchen Employee handwash sink. 1 dead roach on floor in back kitchen beneath electrical box. 7 dead roach inside Frigidaire brand Reach in freezer along the gasket. 1 dead roach inside Dasani brand Reach in cooler adjacent to women's restroom.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Inside True brand Reach in cooler. Dry storage shelf next to fryer rusted.
Aug 6, 2024■ 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. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to fryer. 3 live roach on floor in back kitchen beneath electrical box.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marked for produce inside Reach in cooler in back kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to fryer. 1 dead roach on floor next to water heater. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath center prep table. 1 dead roach on center prep table shelf inside kitchen. 10 dead roaches on floor beneath three compartment sink. 7 dead roaches beneath back kitchen Employee handwash sink. 1 dead roach on floor in back kitchen beneath electrical box. 7 dead roach inside Frigidaire brand Reach in freezer along the gasket. 1 dead roach inside Dasani brand Reach in cooler adjacent to women's restroom.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Inside True brand Reach in cooler. Dry storage shelf next to fryer rusted.
Aug 5, 2024■ 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. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to fryer. 3 live roach on floor in back kitchen beneath electrical box.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marked for produce inside Reach in cooler in back kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to fryer. 1 dead roach on floor next to water heater. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath center prep table. 1 dead roach on center prep table shelf inside kitchen. 10 dead roaches on floor beneath three compartment sink. 7 dead roaches beneath back kitchen Employee handwash sink. 1 dead roach on floor in back kitchen beneath electrical box. 7 dead roach inside Frigidaire brand Reach in freezer along the gasket. 1 dead roach inside Dasani brand Reach in cooler adjacent to women's restroom.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Inside True brand Reach in cooler. Dry storage shelf next to fryer rusted.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Screen door to kitchen rear exit torn.
Aug 2, 2024■ 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. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to fryer. 3 live roach on floor in back kitchen beneath electrical box.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marked for produce inside Reach in cooler in back kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to fryer. 1 dead roach on floor next to water heater. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath center prep table. 1 dead roach on center prep table shelf inside kitchen. 10 dead roaches on floor beneath three compartment sink. 7 dead roaches beneath back kitchen Employee handwash sink. 1 dead roach on floor in back kitchen beneath electrical box. 7 dead roach inside Frigidaire brand Reach in freezer along the gasket. 1 dead roach inside Dasani brand Reach in cooler adjacent to women's restroom.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall behind kitchen prep table next to water heater. Ceiling tile broken in back kitchen over rear door exit.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Inside True brand Reach in cooler. Dry storage shelf next to fryer rusted.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Screen door to kitchen rear exit torn.
Aug 1, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 16 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to fryer. 3 live roach on floor in back kitchen beneath electrical box.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 1 roach egg casing on top of water heater. 1 egg casing inside metal cabinet blest to Employee handwash sink in back kitchen.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Insect poison stored on dry storage shelf inside kitchen next to fryer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Inside of whirlpool brand reach in freezer is soiled. Dry storage shelf next to fryer heavily soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee handwash sink on front service line used to dump ice.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marked for produce inside Reach in cooler in back kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle on front service line, prep table shelf beneath Employee handwash sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to fryer. 1 dead roach on floor next to water heater. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath center prep table. 1 dead roach on center prep table shelf inside kitchen. 10 dead roaches on floor beneath three compartment sink. 7 dead roaches beneath back kitchen Employee handwash sink. 1 dead roach on floor in back kitchen beneath electrical box. 7 dead roach inside Frigidaire brand Reach in freezer along the gasket. 1 dead roach inside Dasani brand Reach in cooler adjacent to women's restroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink stored on service line prep table next to Employee handwash sink. Personal drink inside True brand Reach in cooler. Observed employee remove
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal items stored on dry storage shelf next to fryer.
Food stored on floor. Pickles stored on floor beneath Employee handwash sink in back kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall behind kitchen prep table next to water heater. Ceiling tile broken in back kitchen over rear door exit.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Inside True brand Reach in cooler. Dry storage shelf next to fryer rusted.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Screen door to kitchen rear exit torn.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In kitchen next to back door exit.
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.raw chicken over tomatoes in reach in cooler employee removed to proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding pork 45 f reach in cooler Cuban sandwich station line. Cheese 45 f operator moved food to different reach in cooler.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting boards. Cuban sandwich station.
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 cooks line.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Mop sink no handles to turn water on.
Food stored on floor. Oil case on floor by kitchen door entrance
Aug 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Discussed importance of hand washing with employees.
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 touched cell phone and began working with food preparation
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.raw shelled eggs 62 cut ham 42 f in cold holding unit on prep table operator removed to freezer 2nd temp 43 f
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook pork 47 f in oven operator moved to refrigerator.
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.
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. Printed for management manager signed and some employees signed. Next unannounced inspection.
No running water at mop sink. Handles were removed not allowing water flow
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cook pork cook beans cut ham multiple items in reach in main cooler not dated.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Service line
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. On mop sink to turn on water. Operator has the handles inside the kitchen.
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.