FAMILY PASTEL STORE
2741 W COLOMBUS DR, Tampa FL 33607 · 321-945-6257
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 5 visits since July 2025
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≈ ERRATIC
3 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
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Aug 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 19, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table at front service line - Hot Holding: white rice 113 F, cooked chicken 112 F, cooked beef 120 F, cooked bean 103 F. A large pan of Cooked steak 98 F, cooked chicken 112 F, and grilled Queso 102 F stored on prep table in kitchen.
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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At cook line by back door.
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/. Per approved plan on 07/28/2025, the dining area between the front service area and the cook line has been converted to be food prep and ware washing area, plywood used to blocked the dining and kitchen area, three-compartments sink relocated from front service area to new kitchen area, new handwash sink added next to it. An ice machine added at back patio outside with overhead protection, also multiple portable propane gas stoves installed at back patio area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork, cooked rice and other cooked food in large reach-in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food being prepared on a grill outside that has no cover. Employee deep frying sliced plantains in a large pot of oil on portable propane stove top at back patio outside with overhead protection only. Multiple portable propane gas stoves installed at back patio area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Mar 13, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee walked outside, then returned to kitchen and engaged to work with food without washing hands and changing gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table at front service line - Hot Holding: white rice 113 F, cooked chicken 112 F, cooked beef 120 F, cooked bean 103 F. A large pan of Cooked steak 98 F, cooked chicken 112 F, and grilled Queso 102 F stored on prep table in kitchen.
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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At cook line by back door.
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/. Per approved plan on 07/28/2025, the dining area between the front service area and the cook line has been converted to be food prep and ware washing area, plywood used to blocked the dining and kitchen area, three-compartments sink relocated from front service area to new kitchen area, new handwash sink added next to it. An ice machine added at back patio outside with overhead protection, also multiple portable propane gas stoves installed at back patio area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork, cooked rice and other cooked food in large reach-in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food being prepared on a grill outside that has no cover. Employee deep frying sliced plantains in a large pot of oil on portable propane stove top at back patio outside with overhead protection only. Multiple portable propane gas stoves installed at back patio area.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. A case of fry oil stored on floor at cook line. Multiple cases of plastic bottled sodas stored on floor in dry storage room.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of cups and food containers stored on floor in dry storage room
Mar 12, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. A bottle of heartburn release pills stored on prep table while employee making tortillas at cook line. Employee moved medicine to personal purse.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee walked outside, then returned to kitchen and engaged to work with food without washing hands and changing gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table at front service line - Hot Holding: white rice 113 F, cooked chicken 112 F, cooked beef 120 F, cooked bean 103 F. A large pan of Cooked steak 98 F, cooked chicken 112 F, and grilled Queso 102 F stored on prep table in kitchen.
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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At cook line by back door.
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/. Per approved plan on 07/28/2025, the dining area between the front service area and the cook line has been converted to be food prep and ware washing area, plywood used to blocked the dining and kitchen area, three-compartments sink relocated from front service area to new kitchen area, new handwash sink added next to it. An ice machine added at back patio outside with overhead protection, also multiple portable propane gas stoves installed at back patio area.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork, cooked rice and other cooked food in large reach-in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food being prepared on a grill outside that has no cover. Employee deep frying sliced plantains in a large pot of oil on portable propane stove top at back patio outside with overhead protection only. Multiple portable propane gas stoves installed at back patio area.
Food being prepared outside. Employee peeled and sliced plantains at back patio outside with overhead protection only.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. A case of fry oil stored on floor at cook line. Multiple cases of plastic bottled sodas stored on floor in dry storage room.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of cups and food containers stored on floor in dry storage room
Jul 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink at front service counter blocked by large prep table. Operator moved prep table and cleared access to use the handwash sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both restrooms. Provided.
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.