EL DIVINO JON 2
2710 W WATERS AVE, Tampa FL 33614
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023
APR 24
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MAR 25
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AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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 · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022050894 | Sep 12, 2022 | Nov 28, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. observed raw onions in grocery bag. Corrected operator and they mentioned they would be heat treating. Observed raw meat in non food grade bags in several freezers. Educated operator on which food bags are safe to use.
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. Observed no proof of employee reporting agreements.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking beverage on line in open container. Operator corrected employee.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee meet in freezer, not separated from establishments items. Corrected operator to move item.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in white freezer across from cook line
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves in reach in freezer in front of three compartment sink.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed mop was touching the ground in the outside mop sink
Oct 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located at kitchen and inside both restrooms. Operator provided paper towels during time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located at kitchen Employee handwash sink. Operator provided soap during time of inspection.
Single-service articles improperly stored. A box of single service take-out containers and cup lids stored on floor in external dry storage shed.
Mar 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the interior of the reach in freezer behind the cook line being soiled with food debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near the entrance of the kitchen. Employee replaced paper towels.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl being used as a scoop in the container of masa.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in the dish drying area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed the tongs being stored on the handle to the fryer baskets.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverages in a reach in cooler with food being sold to the public.
Oct 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Bread stored in shopping bags in Reach in cooler adjacent to kitchen burners. Operator relocated all bread into food-grade approved bags during time of inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over milk container in Reach in cooler adjacent to three compartment sink. Discussed with operator the importance of proper food storage for raw and Ready to eat foods. Operator relocated eggs to an approved location during time of inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked whole chicken 54F. Operator discarded chicken during time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked whole chicken 54F. Operator discarded chicken during time of inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle beneath kitchen prep table on top of a case of bottled water. Cleaning spray stored next to cooking oil inside kitchen. Discussed with operator the importance and safety in storing chemicals away from food. Operator relocated spray bottle and cleaning spray to an approved location 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. No date marking on multiple food items in several Reach in coolers. Operator date marked food during time of inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle beneath kitchen prep table on top of a case of bottled water Operator labeled spray bottle during time of inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has black mold-like substance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Handleless container used in flour and corn flour bins located beneath kitchen prep table.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal food not segregated in multiple kitchen Reach in coolers. Operator relocated all personal foods during time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal handbag stored on top of food bin beneath prep table inside kitchen. Employee keys stored over kitchen prep table. Employee relocated handbag and keys to an approved location during time of inspection.
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 employee clean knife but did not sanitize. Request operator set up three compartment sink properly during time of inspection.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Spoon handles inside salsa containers in kitchen Reach in cooler. Operator stored handles above the containers during time of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket inside 2 chest freezer at cash register soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On multiple containers currently in use and on dry storage rack above three compartment sink.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Personal drinks inside Reach in cooler adjacent to three compartment sink. Personal drinks on kitchen prep table. Operator relocated all drinks to an approved location during time of inspection.
Water tank, pump and hoses not operated properly to prevent backflow and other contamination of the water supply. No backflow preventer on hose. Located at exterior of side building.
Apr 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Provided a copy by email
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing utensils in the hand washing sink in the kitchen. I informed the employee to use the 3 compartment sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. February 1,2024 Operator provided a digital copy. I informed her to print her license.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. I had the employee to setup the 3 compartment sink properly.
Aug 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over ready to eat food reach in cooler employee placed in proper storage
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Three 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.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Covered yucca with lid during cooling process. Discussed cooling procedures with management employee removed lid
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine
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 operator to sign and one employee signed. Next unannounced
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
Food stored on floor. Bag of beans on floor cooks line
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 72 f water on cooks line
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Employee removed.
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.