CUENELLIS ROTISSERIE CHICKEN AND GRILL
3834 US HWY 301 S, Riverview FL 33578 · 813-392-2254
Last inspected Oct 10, 2025 · 12 visits since September 2023
NOV 23
AUG 24
APR 25
AUG 25
OCT 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2023.
★ 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--2025044553 | Jun 10, 2025 | Aug 13, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Oct 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority6 Intermediate16 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 23 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Sweet potatoes in reach in freezer stored directly in thank you bags.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun at bar with slime in dispenser.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by trash can. Trash can removed at time of inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine.
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Can opener blade rusted.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Frozen empanadas not dated in reach in freezer.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple liquid in bottle of dish sink not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cooked rice being scooped with bowl without handle. Dry rice and beans have scoops with no handles under front prep counter.
Ceiling tiles throughout kitchen soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cutting board near hot holding station has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food stored over onions in walk-in cooler.
Employee phone and keys stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting next to back door.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gasket torn next to reach in freezer.
Food storage container lid for cooked rice cracked or broken.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic containers with old date tape labels on shelf near electrical panel.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Water slow draining in hand sink near double doors in corner.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall near prep cooler soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth on prep table not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of white substance on expo area removed from original container not identified by common name.
Oct 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 32 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate21 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Sweet potatoes in reach in freezer stored directly in thank you bags.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over prewashed lettuce in walk-in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 4 pieces of vacuum packed fish thawing without a slit in the package in reach in cooler. Issued stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Issued stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding) in reach in prep cooler on cook line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun at bar with slime in dispenser.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by trash can. Trash can removed at time of inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Can opener blade rusted.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Frozen empanadas not dated in reach in freezer.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple liquid in bottle of dish sink not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cooked rice being scooped with bowl without handle. Dry rice and beans have scoops with no handles under front prep counter.
Ceiling tiles throughout kitchen soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Clean, single-use gloves not handled in a sanitary manner. Single use gloves used tie shredded cheese in walk-in cooler.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 4 pieces of vacuum packed fish thawing without a slit in the package in reach in cooler.
Cutting board near hot holding station has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface on ice machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food stored over onions in walk-in cooler.
Employee phone and keys stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting next to back door.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gasket torn next to reach in freezer.
Food storage container lid for cooked rice cracked or broken.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic containers with old date tape labels on shelf near electrical panel.
Open dumpster lid.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Water slow draining in hand sink near double doors in corner.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall near prep cooler soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth on prep table not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of white substance on expo area removed from original container not identified by common name.
Aug 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. At dish machine.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over lettuce in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener. Soda machine. Soda gun at bar.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls with no handle in beans.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Tape on ice machine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Can opener.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter.
Aug 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. At dish machine.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over lettuce in walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Thawed reduce oxygen packaged fish in reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken 49 F, eggs 50 F, cheese 52 F in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 49 F, eggs 50 F, cheese 52 F in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener. Soda machine. Soda gun at bar.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can blocking handwash sink, removed at time of inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls with no handle in beans.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Thawed fish in reach in cooler.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Tape on ice machine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Can opener.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice bin at soda machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table.
Apr 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over vegetables in reach in freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle in rice.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Tape on ice machine.
Apr 15, 2025Call Back - Admin. 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over vegetables in reach in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pepper sauce 64 F on counter. Employee placed in reach in cooler. Cheese 57 F, eggs 53 F, chicken 52 F in walk in cooler. Employee began moving items to working cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage blocking handwash sink and container in handwash sink. Employee removed at time of inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle in rice.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Tape on ice machine.
Apr 14, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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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. Employee began to sanitize dishes.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over vegetables in reach in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pepper sauce 64 F on counter. Employee placed in reach in cooler. Cheese 57 F, eggs 53 F, chicken 52 F in walk in cooler. Employee began moving items to working cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage blocking handwash sink and container in handwash sink. Employee removed at time of inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Mayla Cuevas
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Next to 2 compartment sink. Employee replaced at time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At handwash sink next to 2 compartment sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical spray bottle not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle in rice.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Tape on ice machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on drinks on prep tables through out kitchen.
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.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting near back door.
Equipment in poor repair. Dish machine tested 0 ppm chlorine. Establishment not using dish machine at time of inspection. Discussed not using dish machine until it is working properly. Employee began to set up 3 compartment sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice bin at soda machine.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Oct 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over tomatoes and lettuce in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board. Microwave. Soda machine. Soda gun at bar.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwash sinks in kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle in rice.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting next to soda machine.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug light next to containers on shelf.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Aug 28, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over tomatoes and lettuce in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board. Microwave. Soda machine. Soda gun at bar.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwash sink next to reach in cooler.
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. Due 10/26/2024
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwash sinks in kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle above 2 compartment sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle in rice.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting next to soda machine.
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 beans.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug light next to containers on shelf.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe at handwash sink next to 2 compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Aug 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority9 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over tomatoes and lettuce in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pepper sauce 57 F, Eggs 53 F on counter, employee placed in reach in cooler. Eggs 48 F, cheese 47 F, chicken 47 F in walk in cooler. Employee began to place on ice.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in 2 compartment sink.
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. Sent to operator at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board. Microwave. Soda machine. Soda gun at bar.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container in handwash sink and trash can in front of handwash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwash sink next to reach in cooler.
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. Due 10/26/2024.
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. Due 10/26/2024
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwash sinks in kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle above 2 compartment sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle in rice.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table throughout kitchen.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food in reach in freezer.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting next to soda machine.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop handle in ice at soda machine.
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 beans.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug light next to containers on shelf.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe at handwash sink next to 2 compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Nov 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over unwashed tomatoes in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink blocked with trash can and prep table, operator removed at time of inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls with no handle in beans and rice, operator removed at time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone with clean containers.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee cooking with no hair restraint.
Food stored on floor. Oil on floor, operator removed at time of inspection.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice machine. Handle removed at time of inspection.
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 sugar, operator removed at time of inspection.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Standing water in handwash sink near ice machine.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar and flour not labeled, operator labeled at time of inspection.
Sep 12, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 dented can of corn on con goods rack.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2023.
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. Sent to operator at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can blocking handwash sink on cook line, garbage can removed at time of inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Employee signed at time of inspection.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. 1 dented can of corn on con goods rack.
Food stored on floor. Oil and sugar on floor next to can goods rack.
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 chicken breading on cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water temped 94 F next to microwave.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of to go boxes on floor near dry storage.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Forks near register.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of reach in cooler at bar.
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.