EL TIZONCITO
1707 JAMES L REDMAN PKWY UNIT A, Plant City FL 33563 · 863 258 0599
Last inspected Mar 31, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 31, 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 →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed two bottles of prescription medicine in reaching cooler on top of bottles of sauces
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple containers of cooked meats and prepared sauces in reaching cooler not dated
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen area
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed blue towel on container of masa dough in kitchen
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In kitchen prep area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee coffee and water in prep station
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed multiple broken and missing tiles in kitchen
Water leaking from pipe under three compartment sink
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bins of flour, sugar and-or salt not labeled in dry storage
Oct 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple containers of cooked soups, cooked rice, cooked beans, cooked shrimp, and other cooked meats not dated in main reach in cooler in kitchen. House made red and green salsas in reach in cooler in storage
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of cleaner not labeled
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen, storage and dish areas
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Operator in process of repairing floors and cove molding in kitchen and storage areas
Food stored on floor. Case of oil on floor on cook line
Stored food not covered. House made salsas in reach in cooler not covered
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bin of salt not labeled in storage
Apr 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chorizo chubs stored over heads of lettuce and whole limes in cooler. Discussed with employee to move to lower shelf.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar hand sink
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Salsas, cooked meats, cheeses and sauces in large two door reach in cooler not dated
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Operator in process of repairing floors and cove molding
Stored food not covered. Salsas and sauces in reach in cooler not covered
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen ribeye thawing on counter
Feb 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed Togo bags with raw meats in reach in freezer.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling, tiles and dish area and back kitchen
Observed multiple Floor tiles and cove molding tiles missing in kitchen and storage areas.
Dec 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed Togo bags with raw meats in reach in freezer.
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. Emailed handouts to manager
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Anselmo Lopez 6-19-2019, certificate expired 6-19-2024.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At bar hand sink
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple containers of sauces, cheese, and cooked meats in reach in cooler not dated
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling, tiles and dish area and back kitchen
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to manager
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar hand sink. Emailed to manager
Observed multiple Floor tiles and cove molding tiles missing in kitchen and storage areas.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bin of flour and salt not labeled
Jan 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed to go bags with corn, raw meats and tortillas in cold holding units
Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork chorizo chub stored over baby carrots in reach in cooler in storage area. Emailed storage chart to manager
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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cook line
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nov 9, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 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. Emailed to owner
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler glass door cracked
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cook line
Hole in or other damage to wall. By dish area
Oct 10, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 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. Emailed to owner
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. Emailed copies of handout
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler glass door cracked
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cook line
Hole in or other damage to wall. By dish area
Sep 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 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. Emailed to owner
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Next to three compartment sink at bar
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Emailed copies of handout
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler glass door cracked
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cook line
Hole in or other damage to wall. By dish area
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bags of shrimp and calamari thawing on shelf. Manager moved to cooler
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.