LECHONERA LATINA TAMPA
1420 W WATERS AVE STE 106, Tampa FL 33604
Last inspected May 21, 2025 · 6 visits since February 2024
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
FEB 24
JAN 25
MAY 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2 rodent droppings front kitchen area underneath steam table 3 rodent droppings on side of stoves 3 rodent droppings near grease trap
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
May 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 21 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 21 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored on top of shredded cheese in tall reach-in-cooler
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef and raw shelled eggs stored over cooked foods in tall reach-in-cooler
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.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Danil Thilus Person In Charge
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front kitchen area
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.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Found a bottle of Clorox sanitizer stored outside near mop sink
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Back kitchen area
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Containers of cooking oil on floor
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Yellow bucket with dirty mop water sitting in kitchen near walk-in-cooler.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front kitchen area
No hot running water at mop sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Apr 14, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate5 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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Claudy Raymond Person In Charge
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front 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.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout kitchen front and back kitchen area
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front kitchen area
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old furniture stored outside back kitchen area
Jan 22, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shrimp stored over heads of lettuce in kitchen reach-in-cooler
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Claudy Raymond Person In Charge
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front 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.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout kitchen front and back kitchen area
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Front kitchen area
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front kitchen area
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old furniture stored outside back kitchen area
Jan 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shrimp stored over heads of lettuce in kitchen reach-in-cooler
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Claudy Raymond Person In Charge
No hot running water in the establishment. Three-compartment sink 82 F; hand sinks 55 F.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front 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.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout kitchen front and back kitchen area
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Front kitchen area
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front kitchen area
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Back kitchen area
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old furniture stored outside back kitchen area
Feb 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old furniture stored outside back kitchen area
Feb 20, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Establishment unable to be licensed at time of licensing inspection from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Establishment has compliance violations to comply before being able to be issued license.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2 rodent droppings front kitchen area underneath steam table 3 rodent droppings on side of stoves 3 rodent droppings near grease trap
No hot running water in the establishment.
Food stored on floor. Plastic bottle water on floor in front kitchen area.
Garbage on the ground out front of restaurant on the grounds around the open dumpster.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Per Plan Review Approved Proviso's The three-compartment sinks must have drainboards on each side or shelf above sinks. Only one drain board and no shelf above the 3 compartment sink
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Mop sink stored outside in back of kitchen area not connected to operate.
Open dumpster lid.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water faucet at hand sink in front kitchen area not working.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old furniture stored outside back kitchen area
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.