CUENELLI'S ROTISSERIE CHICKEN PERUVIAN STYLE
4801 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE, Tampa FL 33614 · 813-888-8790
Last inspected Mar 10, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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DEC 24
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MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021047873 | Aug 31, 2021 | Nov 9, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of Fabuloso cleaning liquid stored over and next to ready to eat items, operator relocated chemicals to appropriate location.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb in back kitchen next to triple sink, discussed with operator the importance of a vacuum breaker.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in the back kitchen close to exit door was blocked with various items, employee moved items to make sink accessible
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing on front line, closest to hallway door with cup and sponge, also observed hand, wash sink and back kitchen next to the back door with towels and sink employee removed items from both sinks
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle of blue soap and water chemical on a shelf behind the desert cooler, employee labeled item with the appropriate chemical name.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting boards on the front line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink in back kitchen on prep table next to freezer,also observed employee drink inside tall reach in cooler next to tall reach in freezer, employee removed both drinks from the areas and discarded.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Backpack and keys on small dessert freezer behind dessert cooler employees moved items to appropriate location.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of whole chickens stored on floor and walk-in cooler, operator removed items off of the floor
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign in men's bathroom, inspector provided operator with hand wash sign, and he hung it up at time of inspection.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food.unwashed peppers over ready to eat sauces in walk-in cooler operator moved produce to appropriate location.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop in mop, bucket, not hung to dry,operator hung mop to dry during inspection.
Aug 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards soiled on front line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Toothbrush and sponge stored inside front line Employee handwash sink adjacent to grill. Employee drink stored on top of employee handwash sink adjacent to front line Reach in cooler. Employee removed all items during time of inspection.
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/ 4 employees currently working and no CFM present. Manager returned to establishment during time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located at Employee handwash sink adjacent to front line Reach in cooler. Employee provided paper towels during time of inspection.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Knives stored between wall and three compartment sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards with cut marks located on front line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. 2 mops stored inside mop bucket adjacent to three compartment sink.
Apr 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Soda nozzles soiled on soda machine in dining room.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and hot dogs in Walk in cooler not date marked. Employee added dates to both items during time of inspection.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Knives stored between wall and three compartment sink.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal foods not identified in back kitchen Reach in cooler adjacent to dish machine. Employee identified and segregated all personal foods during time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. Box of fries stored on floor of Walk in cooler.
Dec 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In back of kitchen
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Knives in dish area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. In prep area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in freezer and for sides of some equipment
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Bike in kitchen
Dec 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut tomato (48F - Cold Holding); cheese 47 (48F - Cold Holding); chicken (48F - Cold Holding) operator moved all items to reach in cooler on front line
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Inside reach in cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pans stored in sink operator moved them.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Back sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Issued to operator and they displayed it
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In back of kitchen
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Knives in dish area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. In prep area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in freezer and for sides of some equipment
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Bike in kitchen
Jan 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over tomatoes in reach in cooler back kitchen by walk in cooler. Employee removed to proper storage
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. Missing for one employee
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple substance in clear bottle not labeled. On cooks line
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White board by salad station cooler.
Food stored under dripping water line. Air vent from walk in cooler is leaking water onto covered food in containers. Employee moved food from underneath the vent.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw French fries in bags on-top of oven
Aug 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Ambient air temperature of reach in cooler 58 f. Raw shelled eggs 58f held in cooler overnight
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut lettuce 47 f cut tomatoes 45 f cut chicken 44 f raw beef 46 f mozzarella cheese 46 f 2nd temp employee placed in freezer all went to 43 f except beef raw 45 f
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cilantro rice 120 f cook rice 120 f in steam table operator placed in oven 2nd temp 165 f
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 manager to sign and some employees signed next routine
No soap provided at handwash sink. Back kitchen employee restocked
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 three employees
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue substance not labeled on cooks line.
Bulk milk dispenser with dispensing tube longer than one inch protruding from the chilled dispensing head.
No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Employee bike stored by back kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. French fries cook plantains thawing on stove
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.