FIESTA TROPICAL MARKET
547 E BRIDGERS AVE, Auburndale FL 33823 · 8639674014
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2023
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024010340 | Nov 21, 2023 | Mar 27, 2024 | $160 |
| 3--2015053265 | Dec 6, 2015 | Dec 18, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic to go bag and hand sink, employee removed plastic to go back..
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, dust. Observe behind cook line cooking equipment.
Water leaking from faucet/handle. Observed that hand sink.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed box of food in hand sink, employee removed food from hand sink...
Food stored on floor. Observed box of peppers and onions on the floor upon free, employee removed box of onions and pepper from floor..
Water leaking from pipe. Observed at hand sink.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils in hand sink, employee removed utensils from sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and sides of equipment.
Water leaking from faucet/handle. Observed at hand sink.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed male employee eating in Mobil unit near grill, employee went outside to finish eating.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of cooking oil on floor.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
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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. Observed for Daniela.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 containers of frying oil on floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on spice shelves.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
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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. Observed for Daniela.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris on floor behind kitchen equipment.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 containers of frying oil on floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between wall and back of 3-compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on spice shelves.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Expired 08/30/2023 for Roberto Melo.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in reach in coolers.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked rice in bag in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils in hand sink, employee removed utensils.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Expired 08/30/2023 for Roberto Melo.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in reach in coolers.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2023
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee replenished paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee replenished soap.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
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.