LA MICHOACANA ICE CREAM 3
1514 E FOWLER AVE UNIT A, Tampa FL 33612 · 813-397-1316
Last inspected Jun 23, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jun 23, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine has buildup of black -mold like substance.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
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.
Food stored on floor. Bag of rice stored on floor in back kitchen area next to small white freezer.
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop stored in standing water at 85F. On front line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Plastic bottles of sauces used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients on front line.
May 6, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Food Service Establishment in operation and license delinquent- "establishment is open and operating/currently preparing and serving food to customers
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine has buildup of black -mold like substance.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No papaer towels at handwashing sink in back kitchen 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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used as scoop inside ice bin.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach underneath 3 compartment sink employee cleaned and sanitized area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored in food preparation table in back kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone stored in food preparation table in back kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Bag of rice stored on floor in back kitchen area next to small white freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop stored in standing water at 85F. On front line.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Togo boxes stored on floor next to double door refrigerator in back kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored on floor in back kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Plastic bottles of sauces used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients on front line.
Apr 15, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Food Service Establishment in operation and license delinquent- "establishment is open and operating/currently preparing and serving food to customers
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine has buildup of black -mold like substance.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No papaer towels at handwashing sink in back kitchen 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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used as scoop inside ice bin.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach underneath 3 compartment sink employee cleaned and sanitized area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored in food preparation table in back kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone stored in food preparation table in back kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Bag of rice stored on floor in back kitchen area next to small white freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop stored in standing water at 85F. On front line.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Togo boxes stored on floor next to double door refrigerator in back kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored on floor in back kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Plastic bottles of sauces used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients on front line.
Oct 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink in back kitchen area. Manager placed paper towels at handwashing sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with toxic chemicals has no labeling of ingredients.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles is broken in back kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Pork skin, bottle water stored on floor.
Oct 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 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. Cooked beef inside double door refrigerator in back kitchen area has no date markings.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee bottle water stored inside double door refrigerator in back kitchen area.
Mar 12, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink in back kitchen 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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef inside double door refrigerator in back kitchen area has no date markings.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee bottle water stored inside double door refrigerator in back kitchen area.
Oct 24, 2023Inspection 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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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips at time of inspection.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
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.