EL TIPICO CRIOLLO RESTAURANT
4721 NORMANDY DR, Tampa FL 33615 · 813-770-8458
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 14 in paper cabinet in dining room- operator removed cabinet and placed outside. Eradicated the live roaches that fell from the cabinet on the way out. Approximately 6 behind three door glass reach in cooler between front line and entrance to kitchen by walk in cooler
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $3,520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026025009 | Apr 7, 2026 | Jun 8, 2026 | $700 |
| 3--2025013631 | Feb 17, 2025 | Jun 25, 2025 | $800 |
| 3--2024018365 | Jan 22, 2024 | May 21, 2024 | $800 |
| 3--2023020306 | Jan 26, 2023 | May 11, 2023 | $600 |
| 3--2022055279 | Aug 1, 2022 | Jan 11, 2023 | $300 |
| 3--2022005863 | Dec 27, 2021 | Apr 20, 2022 | $320 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards in back kitchen area are soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink at front service counter used for storing a soup ladle.
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/. Chris N. from plan review stated that new plans have not been submitted to plan review for changes made to the establishment. Most recent plans available were from 2013. Owner has plans drawn but now submitted. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, and increased seating. The establishment added a cargo container with climate control for whole plant food, dairy products, deli products and dry food stored outside the restaurant at back parking lot.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee personal water bottle is stored on dry storage rack near mop sink.
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Food stored on floor. One box of pork spareribs stored on floor inside walk-in freezer. Employee relocated spareribs to an approved location at time of inspection.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Two crates of unwashed citrus are stored over prepared, seafood salad inside walk-in cooler. Employee relocated seafood salad to an approved location at time of inspection.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Chlorine tested at 0PPM at front service counter. Employee readjusted chlorine sanitizer to 100 PPM at time of inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw pork and beef inside walk in cooler. Employee relocated all items to an approval location at time of inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet. Mop sink faucet has individual hot and cold water pipe with a hose connected to both. No vacuum breaker on either faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards inside establishment soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wet wiping cloth, tongs and a milk carafe stored inside front service hand washing sink. Operator removed all items from sink at time of inspection.
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/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, and increased seating. The establishment added a cargo container with climate control for whole plant food and dry food storage outside the restaurant at back parking lot.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original for Juan. Employee stated the original was damaged during time of inspection the hurricane.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards inside establishment with cut marks.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one employee at front line cook without a hair restraint. Employee wore a hairnet at time of inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Located at dry storage rack next to mop sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Three boxes of frozen Chicharrones and one box of pork spareribs, thawing out in room temperature next to kitchen dry storage rack. Employee relocated all boxes into walk-in cooler at time of inspection.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over sliced onion in reach in cooler across from stove top ranges, raw fish below raw chicken in walk in cooler, Operator rearranged items.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken wings first temp taken 10:05 (125F - Hot Holding), cooked chicken 123f first temp taken 9:45. Operator reheated items in oven: chicken wings second temp 171f taken at 10:19, cooked chicken second temp 191 at 10:30
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Spoke with operator about the importance of one.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided Operator with Big 6 food borne illness print out.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wet towel in hand sink and milk residue drained in sink.
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/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, and increased seating. The establishment added a cargo container with climate control for whole plant food and dry food storage outside the restaurant on back parking lot.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one employee training expired 05/2025 operator states her already ordered new food handlers training books.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spay bottle of chemical unlabeled, operator Labeled item.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous ceiling in kitchen, operator states the will replace them next month
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a grooved cutting board on reach in cooler located close to kitchen entry doors.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. I provided operator with chocking poster at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cases of packed frozen meat in back of kitchen close to door improperly thawing, operator moved items to walk in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop water.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over mayo in container walk in cooler
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, and increased seating. The establishment added a cargo container with climate control for whole plant food and dry food storage outside the restaurant on back parking lot.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Damaged from hurricane. Manager in process of retraining.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Front counter clear liquid
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Damaged acoustic ceiling tiles Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Front line missing tile/unsealed drywall
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. By office
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler in kitchen
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Back bathroom
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. In storage walk in cooler cut vegetables, in kitchen walk in cooler peeled plantains
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk food containers
Ordered shut on the spot. 34 violations recorded, 12 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee went into break room and then returned to front line to serve customers without first washing hands
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee picked up item from floor and did not wash hands before going to prepare food
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over mayo in container walk in cooler
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Employee drained soiled sanitizer from three compartment sink and dislodged pipe under sink. Water drained onto floor. Employees cleaned and sanitized floor. Operator replaced pipe and sink can drain properly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 14 in paper cabinet in dining room- operator removed cabinet and placed outside. Eradicated the live roaches that fell from the cabinet on the way out. Approximately 6 behind three door glass reach in cooler between front line and entrance to kitchen by walk in cooler
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. On wall by entrance to kitchen 2 Roach egg sacs behind three door reach in cooler between front line and kitchen 3 roach egg sacs in cabinet in dining room
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Reach in cooler in kitchen- Raw shell eggs 49F
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Cut ginger that fell onto floor and placed into container for service. Operator discussed with employee and discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler in kitchen- Raw chorizo 51F, Raw bacon 53F, Ham 51F, Ham 44F, Raw pork 42F
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen- Half chicken 129F Hot box front line- Blood red sausage 112F reheated to 143 F, Potato ball 118F reheated to 140F, Chicken empanada 128F reheated to 140F
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. 200+ ppm chlorine. Refilled to 50ppm chlorine
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained on reach in cooler, can opener blade soiled
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front line handwashing sink used to rinse container and store ladles and juice
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/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, and increased seating. The establishment added a cargo container with climate control for whole plant food and dry food storage outside the restaurant on back parking lot.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Damaged from hurricane. Manager in process of retraining.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Front counter clear liquid
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Damaged acoustic ceiling tiles Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Front line missing tile/unsealed drywall
Dead roaches on premises. 1 behind three door glass reach in cooler
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On clean equipment shelving
Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board with cut marks and no longer cleanable, plastic breading containers in disrepair, walk in cooler gasket torn
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. By office
Food contaminated from falling onto floor and put into service. See stop sale. Cut ginger fell onto floor. Employee picked up and placed into container for service on cook line. Manager discussed with employee and discarded.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Across from hot box
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Container walk in cooler
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler in kitchen
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Back bathroom
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. In storage walk in cooler cut vegetables, in kitchen walk in cooler peeled plantains
Wash/Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. Sanitizing solution
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Front line. Operator placed into container
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk food containers
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored over cut bell peppers and cooked potato in walk-in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained on cook line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitazing bucket and ladle stored in hand wash sink at front service line.
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/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, and increased seating. The establishment added a cargo container with climate control for whole plant food and dry food storage outside the restaurant on back parking lot.
No soap provided at handwash sink. In restroom of the expanded dining area.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk-in cooler door gasket torn. Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line.
Food stored on floor. A case of chicken wing stored on floor in walk-in freezer.
Stored food not covered. A large pan of cooked pork not covered in walk-in cooler.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Juan Rodriguez expired on 03/12/2023.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards stained at kitchen. Interior of the reach-in cooler on cook line soiled with black debris.
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/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, added walk-in cooler and increased seating. The establishment added a cargo container for dry food storage outside the restaurant on back parking lot.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some 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. Multiple cutting boards in kitchen. Equipment in poor repair. Reach-in freezer gaskets, walk-in freezer gaskets, walk-in cooler gaskets and multiple reach-in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Multiple food items stored on floor in walk-in freezer. Peeled onion stored on floor in walk-in cooler at dining area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave above the hot box at kitchen. Hot Logix brand hot box soiled with old food debris inside.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach-in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 8 high priority.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 cans of tomato paste.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee washed hands with no soap on cook line. Discussed with operator, employee properly washed hands at time of inspection.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Raid pest spray.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon stored over cooked ribs in walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler Cold holding: cooked ground beef 52 F, raw salmon 51 F, cooked rib 51 F, fresh white cheese 51 F, operator moved all time/temperature control for safety food to walk-in freezer. Ice well at front service counter Cold holding: cut tomato 50 F, macaroni salad 50 F, potato salad 50 F, flan 34 F, operator added ice to well.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam well at front service counter Hot holding: cooked chorizo 85 F, beef empanada 85 F, mashed potato 105 F, operator added hot water and turned thermostat to higher heat.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a box of bleach stored over a container of cinnamon sticks at dry storage.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Juan Rodriguez expired on 03/12/2023.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards stained at kitchen. Interior of the reach-in cooler on cook line soiled with black debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ladles and coffee debris in handwash sink at front service area. Employee dumped ice cubes in handwash sink at kitchen.
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/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, added walk-in cooler and increased seating. The establishment added a cargo container for dry food storage outside the restaurant on back parking lot.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some 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. Multiple cutting boards in kitchen. Equipment in poor repair. Reach-in freezer gaskets, walk-in freezer gaskets, walk-in cooler gaskets and multiple reach-in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Multiple food items stored on floor in walk-in freezer. Peeled onion stored on floor in walk-in cooler at dining area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave above the hot box at kitchen. Hot Logix brand hot box soiled with old food debris inside.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach-in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink stored in reach-in freezer by back door. Employee drink stored on prep table at kitchen.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed stickers on avocado while employee prepping avocado salad.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over butter and sliced cheese in reach-in cooler at cook line. Operator rearranged items to prevent cross contamination.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed handled dirty dishes at three compartment sink area, then went back to prep salad without changing gloves. Discussed with operator.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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 manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Juan Rodriguez, expired on 03/12/2023.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing oranges in handwash sink at front service area.
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/. Establishment plans on file from 2013. Renovations have been made. Establishment has expanded dining room, dry storage, added ovens, added restroom, added walk-in cooler and increased seating.
Food stored on floor. Multiple buckets of peeled potatoes stored in walk-in cooler at dining area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. In reach-in cooler at sandwich station.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. The establishment added a walk-in cooler in the dining room, observed door with no lock, there are peeled potato, peeled onion, peeled yuca and various unwashed produce stored in the walk-in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Under handwash sink at front service area.
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