EL GORDITO CHAPIN
507 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR, Tampa FL 33603 · 850-901-2291
Last inspected Nov 18, 2025 · 4 visits since May 2025
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: fresco cheese 50 F, tomato sauce51 F, beans cooked 51 F, Per operator items have been in stand up reach in cooler since last night. Operator did not take temperature of food items at time of inspection.
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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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 conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: fresco cheese 50 F, tomato sauce51 F, beans cooked 51 F, Per operator items have been in stand up reach in cooler since last night. Operator did not take temperature of food items at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
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.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Food stored on floor. Bulk Tomatoes and onion on floor next to reach in cooler.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 4908 E BROADWAY AVE, Tampa — this licence has since moved.
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