EL PARAISO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
3970 TAMPA ROAD, Oldsmar FL 34677 · 813-328-4879
Last inspected May 11, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 39 points better than where it started.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Tamales 85F, Salsa 53F
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021027853 | Apr 19, 2021 | Nov 23, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green cutting board deeply grooved.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line containing food removed from its original container not labeled with common name.
May 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw eggs stored over milk. Operator rearranged the cooler to be in compliance
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); pinto beans (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding); half and half (46F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); pinto beans (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding); half and half (46F - Cold Holding) See stop Sale
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Soiled knife in hand wash sink. Operator removed knife during the inspection
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken wings, tomato sauce
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green cutting board deeply grooved.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cook line, prep areas and storage areas
Food stored on floor. Bottles of water stored on floor
Stored food not covered. Walk in cooler- pinto beans, raw meat not covered
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen Chicken and beef thawing on the counter. Discussed proper thawing methods.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line containing food removed from its original container not labeled with common name.
Jan 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 7, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw eggs stored over raw beef
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. raw ground beef (50F - Cold Holding); raw pork (50F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (48F - Cold Holding); half and half (48F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding) raw eggs 48F cold hold
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. raw ground beef (50F - Cold Holding); raw pork (50F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (48F - Cold Holding); half and half (48F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding) raw eggs 48F cold hold
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at the prep cooler at the end of the cook line
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at the entrance of the kitchen being used for other purposes evidenced by a lemon wedge being in the sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk in cooler
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottle on the cook line containing food removed from its original container not labeled with common name.
Mar 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Discuss the need to resurface a replace green cutting board on cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Food containers squeeze bottles, shakers containing food removed from its original container not labeled with common name.
Feb 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw eggs stored over raw beef- walk in cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Lemons stored in hand wash sink behind the bar. Operator removed lemons
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Discuss the need to resurface a replace green cutting board on cook line.
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil stored on floor in dry storage. Discuss the need to store all food in minimum of 6 inches off the floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Near dish room wall in disrepair/ holes
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocados that have been cut still had the sticker remaining. Discuss the need to wash produce and remove stickers before prepped.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Food containers squeeze bottles, shakers containing food removed from its original container not labeled with common name.
Jul 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs above ready to eat jalapeños in walk in Raw burgers over ready to eat food in reach in freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler: employee states temperatures were taken today and all food was at 45F. Discussed with operator that 41F and below is the safe temperature for time/temperature controlled foods. Operator states all food items have been in walk in since yesterday and no preparation was done with foods house made salsa (45F - Cold Holding); milk (45F - Cold Holding); butter (44F - Cold Holding); sour cream (44F - Cold Holding) operator moved to working unit. Operator is to not use walk in or keep food on ice until cooler is working properly raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); refried beans (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding); beans and pork (46F - Cold Holding); salsa (46F - Cold Holding) See stop sale Operator is to not use walk in or keep food on ice.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler and in kitchen near soda station
Jul 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs above ready to eat jalapeños in walk in Raw burgers over ready to eat food in reach in freezer
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); refried beans (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding); beans and pork (46F - Cold Holding); salsa (46F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler: employee states temperatures were taken today and all food was at 45F. Discussed with operator that 41F and below is the safe temperature for time/temperature controlled foods. Operator states all food items have been in walk in since yesterday and no preparation was done with foods house made salsa (45F - Cold Holding); milk (45F - Cold Holding); butter (44F - Cold Holding); sour cream (44F - Cold Holding) operator moved to working unit. Operator is to not use walk in or keep food on ice until cooler is working properly raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); refried beans (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding); beans and pork (46F - Cold Holding); salsa (46F - Cold Holding) See stop sale Operator is to not use walk in or keep food on ice.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee rinsed knives in handwash sink. Discussed with manager who discussed with employee.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard separating cut and washed onions and peppers in cooler. Operator removed cardboard
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler and in kitchen near soda station
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives stored in between 2 units.
Stored food not covered. Tilapia and cooked peppers not covered in reach in cooler. Operator covered food
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table.
Feb 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Equipment in poor repair. Handles on 2 door reach in cooler on cooks like.
Floor tiles, ceiling tiles in disrepair.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water handle on hand wash sink on cooks line stripped. Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Mop sink outside clogged with water. Operator unclogged mop sink. Hand sink in employee restroom clogged.
Feb 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority3 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 24 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Prenatal vitamins and milk of magnesia on shelf in prep area,
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Operator stated tamales were left out overnight on the stove. Tamales temp 85F.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 10ppm
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Open package of raw chicken over cooked chicken in walk in cooler. Operator moved raw chicken.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ice
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Tamales 85F, Salsa 53F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salsa 53F sitting on wait station table. Operator states salsa was taken out of refrigerator at 11:30am. Operator moved salsa back into refrigerator. Recheck at 4pm, salsa was 51F. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Mole sauce 1st temp 128F. Operator placed mole sauce on stove, 2nd temp 165F.
Commercially processed and prepared on site ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Almond milk, rice, cooked chicken.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Grocery bags placed in hand wash sink at bar area. Ice dumped in sink in back of house. Cleaning tools in sink near dish machine. Discussed with operator. Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle hanging on hand wash sink. Employee moved spray bottle.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of fabuloso not labeled with common name. Employee labeled spray bottle.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. See stop sale.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Reach in freezer and walk in cooler shelves lined with cardboard.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets laying on side, not inverted.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches in back of house near soda. Employee cleaned up roaches.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Speaker, employee beverage stored on cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Handles on 2 door reach in cooler on cooks like.
Floor tiles, ceiling tiles in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Tomatillos and salsa stored on floor in walk in cooler. Discussed with operator.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop handle in kitchen bin and bar bin. Operator moved ice scoops.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water handle on hand wash sink on cooks line stripped. Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Mop sink outside clogged with water. Operator unclogged mop sink. Hand sink in employee restroom clogged.
Stored food not covered. Walk in cooler - tomatoes, beef, stew, cooked chicken, raw chicken not covered.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp and chicken sitting in prep sink. Operator moved to freezer.
Aug 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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