MIGUEL'S
3035 W KENNEDY BLVD, Tampa FL 33609 · (813)876-2587
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of roach spray on top of dish machine during inspection. Operator removed from building during inspection
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021043053 | Jul 26, 2021 | Feb 18, 2022 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle stored at bar at time of inspection
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed drink on prep area next to steam wel at time of inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on stacked food containers stored on shelves in kitchen at time of inspection
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In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed spoon handle in bulk compound butter
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards are stained in kitchen at time of inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards next to grill are burnt and grooved at time of inspectionnn
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on stacked food containers stored on shelves
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled around kitchen equipment at time of inspectionnn
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open at time of inspection.
Aug 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed kitchen cutting boards are stained at time of inspection.
Aug 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed guacamole, pico, Monterey Jack cheese above 50F at reach in cooler between steam wells on cooks line at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed kitchen cutting boards are stained at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink by bar door at time of inspection. Operator brought paper towels during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink by bar door at time of inspection. Operator brought hand soap during inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on clear food containers stored on shelves in kitchen at time of inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in bulk flour in kitchen at time of inspection. Operator removed scoop to be washed at time of inspection and red
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ares around drink nozzles on soda machine soiled at time of inspection.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid is open at time of inspection.
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Some cutting boards in kitchen are stained at time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap available at hand wash sink by kitchen door to bar at time of inspection. Operator replace soap dispenser during inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottled water on prep table next to plastic wrap. Operator moved water to employee drink area at time of inspection
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on metal and plastic food containers stored on wire shelves in kitchen at time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed bagged drink ice on walk in freezer floor. Operator moved ice to shelf at time of inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handles in bulk rice and bulk beans. Operator removed scoops to be washed during inspection.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lid opened at time of inspection.
Sep 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on cooks line at time of inspection
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on clear food containers during inspection
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in bulk breading during inspection. Operator moved scoop during inspection.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels/label residue on clear food storage containers on shelves during inspection
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lid open at time of inspection. Operator had employee close lid.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed slow draining drain on cooks line. Operator said plumber was on way to fix drain. Plumber fixed drain during inspection.
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of roach spray on top of dish machine during inspection. Operator removed from building during inspection
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - Cutting boards stained in kitchen. - Observed mold like substance around drink nozzles on soda machine.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of red liquid on floor of dish room during inspection. Operator had label made.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a togo ramekin in bulk sugar during inspection. Operator removed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clear plastic food containers on shelves in kitchen. Operator moved containers to dish room to re wash.
Food stored on floor. Observed tomatoes stored on floor of walk in during inspection. Operator had employee place cases on shelf
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clear food containers. Operator moved containers to dish room to re wash
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filters stored open. Operator returned to bag with other filters
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed large clear plastic container filled with sugar, no label. Operator made label during inspection
Nov 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance around soda machine nozzles during inspection
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink when entering kitchen from bar. Operator had employee restock towels during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle at bar on shelf during inspection. Operator labeled bottle.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on cutting boards in kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles at bar on floor that move/are loose.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes in wall around bar at ground level.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up around walk in freezer door during inspection.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label adhesive on large cambros on shelves during inspection
Nov 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance around soda nozzles on drink dispenser in server isle.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on clean shelf by dish room
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup around walk in freezer door.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed women's bathroom lacking signage. Operator hung new sign during inspection
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed ladle with food dried on with other clean dishes. Operator moved to dish room during inspection
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.