KING CORONA CIGARS
1523 E 7 AVE, Tampa FL 33605 · 619-710-9593
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 5 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections trending down, 28 points off where it started.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026039063 | May 26, 2026 | Jun 25, 2026 | $320 |
| 3--2015036402 | Jul 17, 2015 | Sep 2, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink at bar used at dump sink. Brushes and straws in the handwash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink at bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
May 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink at bar used at dump sink. Brushes and straws in the handwash sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink at bar.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Multiple tanks not secured in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Bulk Coke soda box 9n floor in kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk box of clear plastic cups on floor in kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walks of kitchen.
Jul 10, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
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 conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
May 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cut deli meats in reach in cooler. Operator relocated at time of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee rinsed metal sponge in handwash sink 8n kitchen.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen sink and handwash sink. Operator provided at time of inspection.
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 soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen sink and handwash sink. Operator provided at time of inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table at bar.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee prosciutto over lettuce for establishment in reach in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone at bar
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Red fly catcher on bar. Operator removed.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. No Hood and while cooking producing grease laden vapors
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Operator cooking meats on cooker producing grease laden vapors
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