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CORONAS COFFEE SHOP

9307 N NEBRASKA AVE, Tampa FL 33612 · 813-933-8647

Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats25
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3907273
Grade history
JUL 24
MAR 25
JUL 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding- Cooked pork 51F Raw pork 50F Raw chicken 51F Pork ribs 50F
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2022049019Jul 27, 2022Nov 8, 2022$200

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jul 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter overtop flat top grill has grease buildup.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Jul 24, 2026 · Time Extended
Jul 23, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon stored overtop cooked ham inside reach in cooler on cooks line. Manager removed and properly stored cooked ham.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Inside walk in cooler in back kitchen area. rice (58F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (58F - Cold Holding) cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding) ox tails (59F-Cold Holdinh) beef stew (57F - Cold Holding) cooked pork (52F - Cold Holding)
High priority/01B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Inside walk in cooler in back kitchen area. rice (58F - Cold Holding) cooked potatoes (58F - Cold Holding) cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding) ox tails (59F-Cold Holdinh) beef stew (57F - Cold Holding) cooked pork (52F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food stored on floor. Plantains stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter overtop flat top grill has grease buildup.
Basic/23-03-4
Feb 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink tested 0ppm of chlorine. Employee refilled sink re-tested at 100ppm.
High priority/22-42-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored overtop cooked beef inside refrigerator on cooks line. Owner removals properly stored cooked beef.
High priority/08A-05-6
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Spoke with operator about proper temperature controls items were stopped sold. deli turkey (54F - Cold Holding); deli ham (54F - Cold Holding); salmi (53F - Cold Holding);
High priority/01B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. deli turkey (54F - Cold Holding); deli ham (54F - Cold Holding); salmi (53F - Cold Holding); (53F)
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked rice held longer then 24 hours has no date markings inside walk in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on top of reach in cooler on cooks line. Owner removed and properly stored drink.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Plantains stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Jul 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding- Cooked pork 51F Raw pork 50F Raw chicken 51F Pork ribs 50F
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding- Cooked pork 51F Raw pork 50F Raw chicken 51F Pork ribs 50F
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes on shelves by walk in cooler.
Basic/16-46-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water inside reach in cooler across from flat top grill.
Basic/29-49-6
Mar 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed pan of raw beef stored over sliced American cheese in reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator moved beef lower at time of inspection.
High priority/08A-05-6
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paperwork towels at hand wash sink by door to kitchen. Operator replaced towels during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed old grease on floor behind fryers at time of inspection.
Basic/36-73-4
Jul 30, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 18 findings ▾
Food-contact surfaces sanitized with a chlorine solution not exposed to the sanitizer solution for at least seven seconds. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Discussed with operator, observed employee place cam to in sanitizer with contact less than manufactures recommendation. Operator resanitized at time of inspection.
High priority/22-46-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator placed items into freezer to quick cool. Lettuce (75F - Cold Holding);; Ham (75F - Cold Holding) CORRECTED TO 43F
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in 3 compartment sink, discussed with operator. Operator had employee rehash hands at hand sink.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener near kitchen entrance soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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. Operator had all employees sign reporting agreement at time of inspection Discussed with maintaining paperwork at establishment.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Discussed with operator on maintaining time paperwork on file at establishment.
Intermediate/03F-10-5
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. Discussed with operator on maintaining records at establishment.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard lining freezer in back storage area.
Basic/14-05-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on front counter in disrepair.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table near kitchen entrance. Discussed with operator. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Discussed with operator on setting sink up in correct order. Operator set up sink in correct order at time of inspection.
Basic/16-13-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Far left reach in cooler in disrepair, used to store equipment. Handle on reach in cooler in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor to walk in entrance in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5
Food stored on floor. Oil stored on floor in back kitchen area. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets throughout kitchen.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Light in disrepair. Discussed with operator.
Basic/38-04-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall near fryer soiled, discussed with operator.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth near front counter not stored in sanitizer solution. Discussed with operator. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Apr 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over cooked beef in reach in cooler next to make line in kitchen. Operator moved at time of inspection to approved location
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
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. Some employees without proof of reporting responsibility. Discussed with operator maintaining employee reporting agreement.
Intermediate/11-26-1
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. Some employees without proof of training, discussed with operator on maintaining certificates at establishment.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed 3 compartment sink wash sanitize rinse. Discussed with operator.
Basic/16-13-5
Equipment in poor repair. Door handle to reach in cooler in storage area in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Oil stored on floor in dry storage. Discussed with operator, operator moved at time of inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on hot holding unit next to kitchen entrance soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind stove soiled. Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor at walk in cooler entrance in disrepair
Basic/36-27-5
Feb 20, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 20, 2024 · Operator states class scheduled for March 12th 2024 for employee training. Admin Complaint
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle inside container of rice.
Basic/14-01-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Refrigerator door handle broken across from walk in cooler.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Dec 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee wash and rinse dishes without sanitizing. Operator set up 3 Compartment Sink and sanitized dishes.
High priority/22-45-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese 47 F, sausage 57 F in reach in cooler. Operator placed items on ice.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage 126 F, potatoes 93 F in steam table. Operator began reheating.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing slicer in handwash sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written procedure for eggs held on time.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical spray bottle not labeled next to 3 Compartment Sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle inside container of rice.
Basic/14-01-5/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Refrigerator door handle broken across from walk in cooler.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Eggs on floor in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on cook line.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table.
Basic/21-12-4/Warning

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