MONSERRATE REST BAR & GRILL
2311 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE, Tampa FL 33603 · 813-994-6783
Last inspected Jun 12, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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MAY 26
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JUN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in between crevices of 3 compartment sink.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $900
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021045990 | Aug 11, 2021 | Nov 17, 2021 | $200 |
| 3--2016040031 | Jul 19, 2016 | Jan 6, 2017 | $300 |
| 3--2014053202 | Nov 14, 2014 | Apr 6, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor underneath food preparation table and kitchen floor.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe not connected underneath handwashing sink in kitchen area.
May 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee's coffee with no lid stored on reach-in cooler at front service line. Operator removed.
May 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in triple sink after emptying trash. Manager had employee wash in hand wash sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitxchen. Operator refilled during inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handle soiled at time of inspection.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs 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 sugar at time of inspection.
Aug 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Aug 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. 1 live flying insects in kitchen area near double microwaves 1 live flying insects in bar area.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in between crevices of 3 compartment sink.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee handled soiled dishes, cleared plates of food, placed dishes in 3 compartment sink then returned to front of house for customer service without washing hands. Discussed with manager employee washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Located in reach in cooler in bar area next to steam table. cut leafy greens (48F - Cold Holding), operator moved items to freezer for rapid cooling, 2nd temp 42F
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Located on steam table: white rice (120F - Hot Holding); yellow rice (123F - Hot Holding); black beans (112F - Hot Holding); bean stew (103F - Hot Holding), per operator steam table was accidentally turned off, moved items to stove to reheat. 2nd temps black beans (190F - Hot Holding); bean stew (190F - Hot Holding); yellow rice (140F - Hot Holding), operator voluntarily discarded white rice.
Waste water on ground of establishment. Hand washing sink on prep line is draining waste water on to the ground, pvc pipes is leaking water onto ground.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing wine glasses in Hand washing sink in bar area. Discussed with operator Hand washing sink is for hand washing only.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle on 3 tier cart in front of 3 compartment sink not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice bin next to steam table has accumulation of mold-like substance.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches underneath soda bib area. 1 dead roach between crevices of 3 compartment sink
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dish machine chlorine, tested at 0ppm. Restaurant was not using dish machine, using 3 compartment sink at the time of inspection
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked container lid on container of mozzarella cheese located inside of reach in cooler next to reach in freezer in prep area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave next to ice machine behind steam table soiled with grease.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid at the time of inspection.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Bottle of essentia water in reach in cooler to the right of 3 compartment sink, operator removed and discarded.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink in prep line the pipe was leaking waste water onto ground manager arrived and tightened the leaking pipe and dryed the floor and sanitized the area
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers of rice and flour in kitchen next to reach in cooler not labeled. Operator provided labels.
Jan 23, 2025Inspection 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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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Both hand sinks in front kitchen area
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Cooksline on top shelf across from stove
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Red yellow and blue containers not labeled. Near stove
Jul 2, 2024Inspection 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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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.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Front and back kitchen hand sinks.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed operator's backpack stored on food shelf.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Red yellow and blue containers not labeled. Near stove
May 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Box of cooking oil in back kitchen area and bottles of water in front kitchen area
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Large food containers near stoves
Mar 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over containers of heavy cream in cooler Traveled to next inspection to 3 compartment sink
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards near stove
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed stored on top of prep table in front kitchen area
Food stored on floor. Box of cooking oil in back kitchen area and bottles of water in front kitchen area
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Front kitchen area
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Large food containers near stoves
Sep 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards across from stove
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Back kitchen area
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Near hand sink on prep line
Hole in or other damage to wall. Near stove and back kitchen door
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off. At hand sink on prep line
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Large colored containers on roller near stove.
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.