OLMECA MEXICAN FOOD
4112 E 7 AVE, Tampa FL 33605 · 813-770-7098
Last inspected Apr 15, 2026 · 5 visits since September 2023
SEP 23
FEB 24
JAN 25
APR 26
▼ IMPROVING
4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,480
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025012944 | Jan 27, 2025 | Apr 17, 2025 | $360 |
| 3--2023035809 | Jun 20, 2023 | Aug 21, 2023 | $800 |
| 3--2021042466 | Jul 14, 2021 | Mar 28, 2022 | $320 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Apr 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
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
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No thermometer in prep cooler.
Jan 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Containers in handwash sink, employee removed at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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. Manager not able to provide food handler certifications at time of inspection.
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. Manager not able to provide reporting agreements at time of inspection.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Mobile is using a shed with drink coolers and single service items.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wet wiping cloth under cutting board.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Plastic forks not all facing the same direction.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar not labeled.
Feb 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority8 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs above cooked chicken in reach in cooler, operator removed at time of inspection.
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. Sent to operator at time of inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwash sink, operator replaced.
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. no reporting agreement provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwash sink, operator replaced.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemicals spray bottles not labeled.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. MFDV is under metal structure and it in not movable.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar not labeled.
Nov 27, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate1 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 in kitchen.
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.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. MFDV is under metal structure.
Sep 22, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
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 in kitchen.
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.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal pans above three compartment sink
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under grill and prep table.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. MFDV is under metal structure.
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.