SENOR TEQUILA MEXICAN GRILL
12950 Race Track Road
Tampa, Florida, 33626
Hillsborough County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.2/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 12/2/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/2/2024 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 11/19/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
4
Total
8
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Above ice machine in kitchen. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. A large pan of shredded cook chicken stored on floor next to ice machine. Operator moved to prep table at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. At bar. Corrected On-Site 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. Ice scoop handle in ice bin, operator moved handle up. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. First aid kit stored on shelf over prep table while employee prepping raw chicken. Operator moved first aid kit to office. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Ran dish machine multiple times, tested 10ppm. Operator set up three-compartments sink and connected dishwasher service company at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Under prep table at dish machine area. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/19/2024 revealed 8 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 5/8/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
3
Total
5
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-08: Observed mold like substance inside ice machine bin at time of callback **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-08: **Time Extended**
- 08B-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice machine missing cover lid, drinking ices stored with no protection at all times. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-08: Ice machine still missing lid at time of callback **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-08: **Time Extended**
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. New manager: Miguel Mendoza Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-08: spoke with owner over phone. He tells me they hope to have the manager a certified food manager this weekend Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 5/8/2024 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 4/30/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
3
Basic
4
Total
12
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee opened bottled water stored over prep table while prepping meat. Operator removed drinks. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice machine missing cover lid, drinking ices stored with no protection at all times. Repeat Violation
- 03D-02-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed a large container of cooked ground beef (47F - Cooling) and 2 containers of refried bean (48F - Cooling) from last night more than 6 hours in walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Ran dish machine multiple times, tested 0ppm. Operator informed employee to manually sanitize food containers in three compartment sink and contact the dish machine repair company. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 22-45-4:High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washed food containers with soap, rinsed with spray faucet, then placed on storage shelves to air dry without sanitized. Discussed proper manually ware washing procedures with operator. Operator educated employee at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. A container of raw fish fillets stored over cooked chicken and cooked beef in walk-in cooler. Operator moved raw fish to proper storage area. Corrected On-Site
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed a large container of cooked ground beef (47F - Cooling) and 2 containers of refried bean (48F - Cooling) from last night more than 6 hours in walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 03D-15-4:Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed a large container of cooked ground beef (47F - Cooling) and 2 containers of refried bean (48F - Cooling) both covered and deeper than 4 inches cooling more than 6 hours from last night in walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on cook line.
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. New manager: Miguel Mendoza Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/30/2024 revealed 12 total violations (5 high priority, 3 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 10/18/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
5
Basic
5
Total
10
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 28-02-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water drains over the soda syrup shelf to the floor at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**
- 50-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line. Ice machine lid disrepair and removed. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Outside walk-in cooler by mop sink and ice machine. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**
- 08B-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Large ice machine missing the lid to cover and protect the ice at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **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. Provided by email. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on cook line. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Juan Carlos Castro. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/ 6 employees working at time of inspection. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: Admin Complaint
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-18: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/18/2023 revealed 10 total violations (0 high priority, 5 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 10/16/2023
High Priority
2
Intermediate
6
Basic
7
Total
15
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 28-02-4:Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water drains over the soda syrup shelf to the floor at kitchen.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line. Ice machine lid disrepair and removed. Repeat Violation
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink with no lid stored on prep table at kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Outside walk-in cooler by mop sink and ice machine.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Large ice machine missing the lid to cover and protect the ice at kitchen.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen beef thawing in room temperature. Employee moved to walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site
- 03D-02-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Large containers of cooked ground beef (cooked at 4pm yesterday, 44-47F at 1:25pm, - Cooling) and large pot of cooked lamb (cooked at 4pm yesterday, 44-45F at 1:25pm, - Cooling) overnight more than 6 hours in walk-in cooler.
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked ground beef and cooked lamb cooled more than 6 hours and not reached to 41F.
- 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. Provided by email. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 03D-15-4:Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. 2 containers of cooked ground beef 44-47F and a pot of cooked lamb 44-45F covered and deeper than 4 inches cooling in walk-in cooler more than 6 hours from last night in walk-in cooler.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on cook line. Repeat Violation
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Juan Carlos Castro.
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - 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/ 6 employees working at time of inspection. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/16/2023 revealed 15 total violations (2 high priority, 6 intermediate, 7 basic).