PINCHOS BORICUAS
7611 E CAUSEWAY BLVD, Tampa FL 33619 · 8139991325
Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
4 inspections within 32 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in MFDV.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $640
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024027152 | Feb 21, 2024 | Jan 17, 2025 | $640 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers.
Feb 9, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers.
Feb 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly on cut tomato. 1 live fly landing on cutting board in kitchen. 4 live flies flying around MFDV. 1 live fly on blender. 1 live fly on wall near reach in freezer.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1 live fly landing on cut tomato.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: cooked pork 98 F, per operator items have been in metal pan for 20 prior to taking temperature. Employee put on grill at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Heads of lettuce on top of Handwash sink 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.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above reach in cooler near soda reach in cooler.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in storage trailer.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food over cut peppers and multiple items in reach in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Bread on floor next to reach in cooler. Bulk oil on floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers.
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked white rice in reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.cutting boards in handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees phone on prep table in kitchen.
Mar 1, 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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Sewage holding tank in mobile food dispensing vehicle is not set up for waste water to go into tank.
Feb 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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/
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Water temped 65F ran approximately 2 minutes.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water temped 65F ran approximately 2 minutes.
Sewage holding tank in mobile food dispensing vehicle is not set up for waste water to go into tank.
Feb 21, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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/
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Sewage pipe is leaking onto ground from pipe outside connected to outdoor waste tank. Puddle of waste water on the ground that can be roped off.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Water temped 65F ran approximately 2 minutes.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water temped 65F ran approximately 2 minutes.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Truck is permanently connected to sewage tank through pipes and does not allow truck to be movable.
Sewage holding tank in mobile food dispensing vehicle is not set up for waste water to go into tank.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Waste water leaking from pipe that's connected to outside waste water tank onto ground. Truck came and emptied water at time of inspection. Waste water is no longer leaking.
Nov 29, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in MFDV.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over drinks in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: chicken 126 F,
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Wet wiping cloth in handwash sink. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water on prep table.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Openings to the outside for equipment, such as ventilation fans, not screened or otherwise protected when the equipment is not in operation. No screen on window.
Stored food not covered. Cut tomato in reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On handwash sink in kitchen.
Sep 1, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Observed a shed with 3 white refrigerators stored inside Observed 20 bags of ice stored in ice freezer adjacent to food truck.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing at hand sink
Openings to the outside for equipment, such as ventilation fans, not screened or otherwise protected when the equipment is not in operation. Observed screen missing for service window
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.