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LOS SABORES DE COLOMBIA

5522 HANLEY RD STE 104-105, Tampa FL 33634 · 8135733560

Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats64
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3918832
Grade history
SEP 24
MAR 25
FEB 26
MAY 26
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1 dead roach inside ice machine. All ice inside ice machine stop sale, 1 pound of ice.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2023003106Dec 13, 2022Feb 3, 2023$400

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Aug 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Frozen chicken stored over raw, frozen beef inside small reach in chest freezer in storage room. Raw frozen meat stored over frozen empanadas in the storage room reach in freezer. Employee relocated all raw items into an approved location at time of inspection.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1 dead roach inside ice machine. All ice inside ice machine stop sale, 1 pound of ice.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach inside ice machine. 2 dead roaches on floor beneath ice machine. Employee removed roaches at time of inspection.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking from handwashing sink at back kitchen next to ice machine.
Basic/29-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
May 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Chimichuri sauce 4-27-26 labeled over 7 days reach in cooler glass back of kitchen
High priority/01B-24-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Chimichuri sauce labeled 4-27-26
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink back kitchen
Basic/29-11-4/Repeat Violation
Feb 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cook tamales not dated in the glass reach in cooler close to the employee bathroom.manager added date
High priority/02C-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Ice machine in front of hand washing sink back area
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink in washing area observed a bucket to catch dripping water
Basic/29-11-4
Apr 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 26, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Ice stored in non food grade bags in chest freezer on service line.
High priority/14-31-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle filled with glass cleaner. Employee labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Food being prepared in an unenclosed room. Establishment is preparing flan in an oven in a unenclosed room attached to the kitchen.
Basic/08B-32-4/Admin Complaint
Sep 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef patties stored over empanadas in reach-in freezer. Operator rearranged items to prevent cross contamination.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. A container of raw shell eggs (59F ambient - Cold Holding) stored on prep table at cook line. Operator moved to reach-in cooler.
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water switch loosened and unable to turn on water in hand wash sink at front service counter. Operator fixed switch and able to turned on hot water at time of inspection.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Unisex restroom.
Basic/32-12-5
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Multiple ladles and spatulas stored in standing water temped 73 F on cook line. Operator discarded water at time of inspection.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw steaks stored over cooked chicken and cooked beef in reach-in cooler. Operator rearranged items to prevent cross contamination.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris in handwash sink at kitchen. Discussed handwash sink for handwash only with operator.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Sep 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cooked rice and soup in reach-in cooler at storage area.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee entered prep area from storage area with gloves soiled with grease, then engaged to cut carrots. Discussed with operator, employee discarded soiled gloves, washed hands and replace new gloves.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken
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. 1 employee hired just over 60 days with no training. Operator has new training book on hand and ready to train new employee.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Corrective Action Taken
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Basic/36-68-5
No hot running water at mop sink.
Basic/27-10-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation

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