DON RUFINOS CARNITAS
4908 E BROADWAY AVE, Tampa FL 33605
Last inspected Jun 11, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment operating with no potable running water. Observed no water at three compartment sink or either hand sink on truck. Operator does not have generator so water pump cannot work in order to use three compartment, sink or hand sink
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023071410 | Dec 6, 2023 | May 29, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jun 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Dec 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Feb 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam well: cooked beef (109F - Hot Holding). Manager started reheating product
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by cooler. Manager moved
Feb 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Jan 3, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority7 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam well: cooked beef (109F - Hot Holding). Manager started reheating product
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. Hand sink blocked by cooler. Manager moved
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Establishment currently on warning due 2-4 Luis Rivera
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator added 2 grills and has 2 wood fired pots with lids to fry items. Operator currently getting items modified to be self closing. All proteins are being cooked on grills
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. Establishment currently on warning due 2-4
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. Establishment currently on warning due 2-4
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink. Manager turned on water and started functioning
Dec 7, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Luis Rivera
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.
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.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Dec 6, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 16 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority7 Intermediate3 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed employee cutting bulk cooked meat on table in front of customers
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed cook, start making tortillas without washing hands
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee change gloves after handling raw steak and then grabbed tongs and handled cooked steaks.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
Establishment operating with no potable running water. Observed no water at three compartment sink or either hand sink on truck. Operator does not have generator so water pump cannot work in order to use three compartment, sink or hand sink
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed foods being prepared, cook and serve outside of the truck: Tortillas, cooked pork chunks, raw pork, raw steak, cooked steak, cut, onions, cut cilantro, salsa, cut lettuce, pico de gallo
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. Hand sink fully blocked by cooler.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Luis Rivera
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Also not hot running water at hand washing sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No soap or hand washing sign at hand sink
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.
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.
Food being prepared outside. Observed employees making tortillas, Cooking pork chunks, grilling raw meat, cutting cooked steak, serving tacos, garnish station with onions, cilantro, pico de gallo and salsas.
Food stored outside. Observed coolers with raw steak, stored outside.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Jul 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.