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RESTAURANT MILENA HONDURAS

2602 E FLETCHER AVE #105, Tampa FL 33612

Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats15
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3916444
Grade history
APR 24
AUG 24
APR 25
SEP 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Apr 22, 2026Administrative determination recommendedRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findings
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Food Service Establishment in operation and license delinquent- establishment is open and operating/currently preparing and serving food to customers
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored overtop drink inside double door refrigerator on cooks line.
High priority/08A-05-6
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink has dishes stored inside it. Employee removed dishes and placed in 3 compartment.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
Intermediate/16-37-1
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink. Employee placed paper towels at handwashing sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork inside double door refrigerator has no date markings.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwashing sink has slow draining water on cooks line.
Basic/29-20-5
The state's own report →
Sep 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit at time of inspection.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Return visit Sep 30, 2025 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Return visit Sep 30, 2025 · Time Extended
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe underneath 3 compartment sink.
Basic/29-11-4/Return visit Sep 30, 2025 · Time Extended
Sep 26, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee drink water then proceeded to work with food without washing her hands. Spoke with employee about proper handwashing technique's employee washed her hands.
High priority/12A-05-4
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Shelled eggs stored overtop drinks inside refrigerator in kitchen area. Chef removed and properly stored eggs.
High priority/08A-04-5
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. tamales (72F - Cold Holding); eggs (82F - Cold Holding); chicken nuggets (82F cold holding)
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tamales (72F - Cold Holding); eggs (82F - Cold Holding); chicken nuggets (82F)
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened and held longer then 24 has no date marking inside refrigerator in kitchen area.
Intermediate/02C-03-5
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink has food stored inside it.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit at time of inspection.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No papper towels at handwashing sink by 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Employee eating while preparing food. Employees bowl of food stored on shelves in kitchen area. Employee discarded food.
Basic/12B-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Onions stored on floor in dry storage.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe underneath 3 compartment sink.
Basic/29-11-4
May 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit May 15, 2025 · Time Extended
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No papper towels at hand washing sink on cooks line.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit May 15, 2025 · No paper towels at handwashing sink. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Plantains,onions, cabbage stored on floor in kitchen area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit May 15, 2025 · Time Extended
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe underneath 3 compartment sink.
Basic/29-11-4/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit May 15, 2025 · Time Extended
Apr 25, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.

0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. No water at handwashing sink on cooks line.
Intermediate/27-19-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · No hot water at handwashing sink on cooks line. Admin Complaint
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Time Extended
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Time Extended
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No papper towels at hand washing sink on cooks line.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked ground beef inside of refrigerator in kitchen area has no date markings.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Plantains,onions, cabbage stored on floor in kitchen area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe underneath 3 compartment sink.
Basic/29-11-4/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Apr 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. No water at handwashing sink on cooks line.
Intermediate/27-19-4/Warning
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No papper towels at hand washing sink on cooks line.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwashing sink on cooks line.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked ground beef inside of refrigerator in kitchen area has no date markings.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink stored on food preparation table.
Basic/12B-07-4
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee drinking bottle water on cooks line.
Basic/12B-02-4
Food stored on floor. Plantains,onions, cabbage stored on floor in kitchen area.
Basic/08B-38-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe underneath 3 compartment sink.
Basic/29-11-4
Oct 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Discussed with operator on obtaining chlorine test strips.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Oct 24, 2024 · Discussed with operator on obtaining chlorine test strip. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Oil stored on floor. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Oct 24, 2024 · Bananas stored on floor. Time Extended
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient air thermometer in tall reach in coolers in kitchen.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Aug 16, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
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/ Establishment has compliance violations to comply before being able to be issued license.
High priority/50-08-7/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink blocked by metal prep table. Operator moved at time of inspection.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Discussed with operator on obtaining chlorine test strips.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paperwork towels at Handwash sink near service counter window in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Based on plans from 04-07-2008 Dishwasher removed, wall near front entrance added removing door. Refrigeration added near storage closet. Cashier counter added where seating used to be. Service counter added with window.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at Handwash sink near service counter window in kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Oil stored on floor. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient air thermometer in tall reach in coolers in kitchen.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No sign at Handwash sink near service counter window in kitchen. Operator placed sign at time of inspection.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Apr 1, 2024Inspection 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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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Containers in handwash sink next to grill.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken in reach in cooler not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on prep table.
Basic/12B-07-4
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tongs handle in noodles.
Basic/10-06-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shelled eggs stored overtop unwashed cabbage in refrigerator on cooks line. Chef removed eggs and properly stored them.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. No dates on any items in kitchen area. Had a discussion with chef about proper date markings. Chef properly dated items in kitchen.
High priority/02C-01-5/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink on cooks line. Chef placed paper towels at hand washing sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in door way leading to kitchen.
Basic/36-17-5

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.