RETRO HOUSE
934 E HENDERSON AVE STE B, Tampa FL 33605 · 954-790-4716
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 17 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Dead small flying insects found. 1 dead fly in palm sugar container.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025036456 | Jan 16, 2025 | Jun 18, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2024018207 | Mar 6, 2024 | May 16, 2024 | $400 |
| 3--2016021541 | Jan 19, 2016 | Jun 10, 2016 | $600 |
| 3--2015017189 | Jan 14, 2015 | May 7, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
17 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee vitamin packet on wine reach in cooler. Operator relocated.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with yellow liquid on shelf in kitchen.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating in kitchen on prep table. Operator removed food.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag and phone on prep table in kitchen.
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Food stored on floor. Bean sprouts on floor in walk in cooler. Operator relocated.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezers in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Out side of microwave on cooks line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on clear containers on dish drying rack.
Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken and multiple items in reach in cooler.
Apr 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal lid in Handwash sink in kitchen. Operator removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked noodle and multiple items in walk in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with yellow and blue liquid. Operator labeled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave on cooks line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning On clear c9ntainers.
Stored food not covered. Egg rolls in walk in cooler.
Aug 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dead small flying insects found. 1 dead fly in palm sugar container.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Operator cracked raw shell egg and wiped hands on towel in kitchen. Inspector spoke with operator about proper hand washing procedures..
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: rice 51 F, curry sauce 48 F, per operator items were taken from walk in and put in reach in cooler at 10:45 am. Operator discarded rice and put curry sauce in bottom of reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee rinsing towel in handwash sink in kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pasta and multiple items in reach in cooler and walk in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with purple liquid in kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowl in bulk rice.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor near back door. Operator eliminated and cleaned at time of inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen. Operator relocated.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table and keys on shelf over prep table.
Food stored on floor. Bulk coffee beans on floor in kitchen. Operator relocated.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Bulk rice in bulk vanilla topping bucket.
Jul 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dead small flying insects found. 1 dead fly in palm sugar container.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Operator cracked raw shell egg and wiped hands on towel in kitchen. Inspector spoke with operator about proper hand washing procedures..
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1 dead fly in palm sugar container.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: rice 51 F, curry sauce 48 F, per operator items were taken from walk in and put in reach in cooler at 10:45 am. Operator discarded rice and put curry sauce in bottom of reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee rinsing towel in 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. 2 employees.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pasta and multiple items in reach in cooler and walk in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with purple liquid in kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowl in bulk rice.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor near back door. Operator eliminated and cleaned at time of inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen. Operator relocated.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table and keys on shelf over prep table.
Food stored on floor. Bulk coffee beans on floor in kitchen. Operator relocated.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Bulk rice in bulk vanilla topping bucket.
Mar 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 16, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over pickled vegetables in walk in cooler. Operator relocated.
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/. Establishment has wall removed near walk in cooler and door was added in kitchen to expand making a dining area. Inspector spoke with operator to place tarp between wall to prevent cross contamination with construction.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with yellow liquid at dish area.
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use and employees. Establishment has Porta Potty outside. Establishment is remodeling and toilet has been removed.
Food stored on floor. Bulk sodas on floor in kitchen.
Oct 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing throughout kitchen. Operator must replace with smooth and easily cleanable tile.
Jul 25, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 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.
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.
Ceiling tile missing throughout kitchen. Operator must replace with smooth and easily cleanable tile.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cooks line.
Water draining onto floor surface from reach in cooler on cooks line.
Jul 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: cooked pork 47 F, raw beef 49 F, coleslaw 44 F, tempted at 12:50. Per operator items in cooler were tempted at 11 am and have been in reach in cooler overnight.
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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to Three compartment 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.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid. Operator labeled at time of inspection.
Ceiling tile missing throughout kitchen. Operator must replace with smooth and easily cleanable tile.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee grapes over cilantro and green onions in walk in cooler. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone ion shelf over reach in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Bulk water on floor in kitchen. Operator relocated at time of inspection.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cooks line.
Stored food not covered. Wontons in reach in freezer.
Water draining onto floor surface from reach in cooler on cooks line.
May 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken wings and multiple items in walk in cooler.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. All reach in freezers.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking under three compartment sink from pipe.
May 7, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and chicken over cooked pork in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken wings and multiple items in walk in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal bowl in bulk rice.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. All reach in freezers.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hanes is drying in to bulk soy sauce bucket. Not contributing to a sanitary nuisance at time of inspection.
Stored food not covered. Chicken wings in walk in cooler. Operator covered at time of inspection.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking under three compartment sink from pipe.
May 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and chicken over cooked pork in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken wings and multiple items in walk in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal bowl in bulk rice.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor near fryers.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. All reach in freezers.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hanes is drying in to bulk soy sauce bucket. Not contributing to a sanitary nuisance at time of inspection.
Stored food not covered. Chicken wings in walk in cooler. Operator covered at time of inspection.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking under three compartment sink from pipe.
Apr 30, 2024Inspection 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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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under fryers
Mar 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near counter.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pork, eggrolls and multiple items in reach in coolers
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in bulk sugar.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in reach in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under grill, handwash sink and three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets and hood filters.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All reach in coolers in establishment.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind grill and three compartment sink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking from pipe under handwash sink and three compartment sink.
Mar 7, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
4 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Pasta cooked at 12:30 temperature 71 F, taken at 5 pm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Rodent rub marks and chew marks present along top of wall near back door.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: raw egg 70 F, cooked pork 56 F, raw chicken 51 F, cooked pasta 71 F, Per operator items were put in reach in coolers around 12:30 pm temperature taken at 5 pm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near counter.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pork, eggrolls and multiple items in reach in coolers
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in bulk sugar.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in reach in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under grill, handwash sink and three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets and hood filters.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All reach in coolers in establishment.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Per operator pork was placed outside of reach in freezer to thaw then put in reach in cooler. Cold holding: cooked pork 56 F,
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind grill and three compartment sink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking from pipe under handwash sink and three compartment sink.
Mar 6, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 23 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority7 Intermediate10 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Pasta cooked at 12:30 temperature 71 F, taken at 5 pm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw pork and raw chicken over cooked pasta in reach in cooler
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found Approximately 18 rodent droppings under three compartment sink 25 rodent droppings next to grill. 4 rodent droppings under microwave. 5 rodent droppings on metal shelf.
Rodent rub marks and chew marks present along top of wall near back door.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: raw egg 70 F, cooked pork 56 F, raw chicken 51 F, cooked pasta 71 F, Per operator items were put in reach in coolers around 12:30 pm temperature taken at 5 pm.
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. Cardboard boxes on handwash sink near front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near counter.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink near front counter.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pork, eggrolls and multiple items in reach in coolers
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in bulk sugar.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in reach in cooler.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach next to dry storage shelf.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under grill, handwash sink and three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets and hood filters.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All reach in coolers in establishment.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Per operator pork was placed outside of reach in freezer to thaw then put in reach in cooler. Cold holding: cooked pork 56 F,
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind grill and three compartment sink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking from pipe under handwash sink and three compartment sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar.
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs on top of reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator relocated at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: raw shell eggs 68 F, cut leafy greens 76 F, operator put in cooler at yo e of inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Easy off cleaning spray on dry storage rack. Operator relocated 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. Handwash sink blocked by reach in cooler near front of kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Rice in handwash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near front of kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken wings and multiple items in walk in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bulk rice.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on top of reach in cooler in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Soy sauce on floor in walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at handwash sink near front of kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of all reach in coolers of establishment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All reach in coolers of establishment.
Stored food not covered.chicken wings and multiple items in walk in cooler.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Hood filters.
Water leaking from pipe at handwash sink in kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk corn starch.
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.