ALVAREZ AUTHENTIC LATIN FOOD 2
12227 North Florida Avenue
Florida, 33612
North Tampa Heights
Hillsborough County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.4/5)
Based on 10 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 2/10/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
3
Total
5
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-37-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling throughout kitchen not smooth or easily cleanable, acoustic ceiling tile. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: Admin Complaint
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Red cutting board front kitchen line. Green cutting board in back kitchen area near dishwashing station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: Admin Complaint
- 36-24-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall exposing concrete in front employee/storage area behind register. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: Admin Complaint
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded Lettuce (55F - Cold Holding) Shredded Cheese (55F - Cold Holding) Placed in cooler at 9:30 first temperature at 9:45 second temperature at ; 10:22 50F Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: Shredded mozzarella 57 F, shredded cheddar 56 F, Admin Complaint
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment renting unit next to original restaurant, utilizing for storage, single service and chest freezers. Establishment has hood system and sink not plumbed at time of inspection in new rented side kitchen. Establishment tore down blocked door diving two restaurants creating walkway. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: No new plan has submitted. Sodas, single service items, multiple food cooking equipment stored in expanded section. Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/10/2025 revealed 5 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 11/12/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
9
Total
12
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling throughout kitchen not smooth or easily cleanable, acoustic ceiling tile. Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Red cutting board front kitchen line. Green cutting board in back kitchen area near dishwashing station. Warning
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on dishwashing area. Discussed with operator. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal belongings above food equipment in kitchen. Operator removed at time of location and moved to approved location. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Food stored on floor, raw beef in box Water bottles. Discussed with operator. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall exposing concrete in front employee/storage area behind register. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach in freezer, on cooks line. Discussed with operator. Warning
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoon handle touching commercial mayonnaise. Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop handle touching ice Discussed with operator on maintaining handle upright. Operator washed and sanitized at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service cups stored on floor in side storage area. Discussed with operator. Operator placed in approved location at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded Lettuce (55F - Cold Holding) Shredded Cheese (55F - Cold Holding) Placed in cooler at 9:30 first temperature at 9:45 second temperature at ; 10:22 50F Warning
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment renting unit next to original restaurant, utilizing for storage, single service and chest freezers. Establishment has hood system and sink not plumbed at time of inspection in new rented side kitchen. Establishment tore down blocked door diving two restaurants creating walkway. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle on top of 3 compartment sink unlabeled, operator labeled at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/12/2024 revealed 12 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 4/30/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
1
Basic
8
Total
12
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in kitchen not smooth and easily cleanable, discussed with operator. Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles in external storage room missing, discussed with operator.
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach in external storage room next door. Operator cleaned and sanitized at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting above 3 compartment sink in dish washing area. Discussed with operator. Repeat Violation
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets throughout kitchen in disrepair. Repeat Violation
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under equipment in kitchen soiled.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven handle in kitchen. Operator moved at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service cups and to go containers stored on floor in next door storage room. Operator picked up and moved to approved location at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 21-07-4:Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm) CORRECTED TO ; Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50ppm)
- 12A-17-4:High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee wash hands approximately 5 seconds, discussed with operator proper hand washing procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Packaged Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw Chicken and Raw Beef stored in same container in reach in cooler, discussed with operator. Operator moved to separate containers at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Operator placed more ice in container at time of inspection. Raw Shell Eggs (50F - Cold Holding) FIRST TEMP 10:33 SECOND TEMP 11:10 35F Provided operator with Time As A Public Health Control Form Corrected On-Site
- 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in three compartment sink, discussed with operator of utilization of hand wash sink. **Corrective Action Taken**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/30/2024 revealed 12 total violations (3 high priority, 1 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 4/30/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
1
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler next to grill in disrepair. Gaskets on Summit brand reach in cooler on prep line in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Gaskets on reach in coolers in disrepair. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/30/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 2/27/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
4
Total
6
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 35A-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead under reach in freezer in dishwashing area. 1 dead in storage closet next to kitchen 1 dead under prep table in dishwashing area. 1 dead roach in ice machine Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: 2 Dead roach under prep table in back dishwashing area. 1 Dead roach under reach in cooler on cook line **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler next to grill in disrepair. Gaskets on Summit brand reach in cooler on prep line in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: **Time Extended**
- 36-73-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under equipment soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Floor under reach in cooler soiled **Time Extended**
- 29-27-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Mop sink removed for plumbing repairs, operator will replace after repairs have been made. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Operator states they have a mop sink that is to be installed. **Time Extended**
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches under prep table in dishwashing area 1 live on side of reach in freezer in dishwashing area. 1 live roach under stove in kitchen 1 live on reach in freezer on cook line. 13 live in men's restroom under hand wash sink cabinet Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: 2 live roaches under prep table in dish washing area 1 live roach under reach in cooler on cook line 1 live roach in men's restroom **Time Extended**
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Discussed with operator on how to obtain food handlers certifications. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/27/2024 revealed 6 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 2/27/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler next to grill in disrepair. Gaskets on Summit brand reach in cooler on prep line in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: **Time Extended**
- 29-27-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Mop sink removed for plumbing repairs, operator will replace after repairs have been made. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Operator states they have a mop sink that is to be installed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Operator states they have a mop sink that is to be installed. **Time Extended**
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Discussed with operator on how to obtain food handlers certifications. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-27: Operator states they are waiting on a date to fulfill employee training. Discussed with operator. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/27/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 2/26/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
3
Basic
6
Total
11
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead under reach in freezer in dishwashing area. 1 dead in storage closet next to kitchen 1 dead under prep table in dishwashing area. 1 dead roach in ice machine Repeat Violation Warning
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting on rack above three compartment sink discussed with operator proper air drying procedure. Warning
- 16-13-5:Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Discussed with operator proper dishwashing order at time of inspection. Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler next to grill in disrepair. Gaskets on Summit brand reach in cooler on prep line in disrepair. Warning
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under equipment soiled. Warning
- 29-27-4:Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Mop sink removed for plumbing repairs, operator will replace after repairs have been made. Warning
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches under prep table in dishwashing area 1 live on side of reach in freezer in dishwashing area. 1 live roach under stove in kitchen 1 live on reach in freezer on cook line. 13 live in men's restroom under hand wash sink cabinet Repeat Violation Warning
- 35A-04-4:High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent dropping in front food storage closet Warning
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - 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. Discussed with operator on how to obtain food handlers certifications. Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at front hand wash sink. Warning
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off in entire establishment. Operator called plumber at time of inspection to fix hot water. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/26/2024 revealed 11 total violations (2 high priority, 3 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 12/15/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
2
Total
2
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-42-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-15: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside refrigerator next to flattop grill are torn. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-15: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/15/2023 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 12/14/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
3
Total
6
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 35A-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roach on cooks line 1 dead roach inside sanitizer bucket - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-14: 4 dead roaches in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 14-42-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-14: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside refrigerator next to flattop grill are torn. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-14: **Time Extended**
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on cooks line 2 live roaches on wall next to 3 compartment sink 2 live roaches underneath grill 4 live roaches on cove molding underneath grill 2 live roaches overtop small black refrigerator 1 live roach underneath ice machine 2 live roaches underneath food preparation table in back kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-14: 1 live roach on grill. 2 live roaches underneath refrigerator 1 live roach on cooks line. **Time Extended**
- 02C-03-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. No commercially processed foods in kitchen area has date markings. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-14: **Time Extended**
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Emailed operator body fluid clean up sign. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-14: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 revealed 6 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 12/13/2023
High Priority
4
Intermediate
3
Basic
5
Total
12
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roach on cooks line 1 dead roach inside sanitizer bucket
- 14-42-4:Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside refrigerator next to flattop grill are torn.
- 08B-39-4:Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocados not washed before preparation.
- 08A-08-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Cooked ham stored inside same bin as opened raw ground beef inside refrigerator next to flattop grill. Owner removed and properly stored cooked ham.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw sausage stored in same pan as ready to eat ham inside reach in cooler in kitchen area. Owner removed raw sausage and properly stored it. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored inside same pan as raw beef inside refrigerator next to flattop grill in kitchen area. Owner removed and properly stored chicken. Corrected On-Site
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on cooks line 2 live roaches on wall next to 3 compartment sink 2 live roaches underneath grill 4 live roaches on cove molding underneath grill 2 live roaches overtop small black refrigerator 1 live roach underneath ice machine 2 live roaches underneath food preparation table in back kitchen area.
- 02C-03-5:Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. No commercially processed foods in kitchen area has date markings.
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - 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. Emailed operator body fluid clean up sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No food prepared onsite has date markings.
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/13/2023 revealed 12 total violations (4 high priority, 3 intermediate, 5 basic).