Coco's Sandwich Shop
Last inspected: Oct 22, 2025
52
Score
Across the available record, Coco's Sandwich Shop has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 22, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately compared to roughly six violations before.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Coco's Sandwich Shop trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot Holding: ham croquettes 98 F, Per operator items were put in hot box 20 mins prior. Operator put in fryer to bring back up to temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon over bread in walk in cooler. Operator relocated. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid. Operator labeled water. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards at bread station.
14-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
22-20-5
52
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with yellow liquid at mop sink. - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine outside. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - 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. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
61
Apr 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 9 rodent droppings on floor in outside dry storage area. Employee removed,cleaned and sanitized area at of inspection. **Admin Complaint**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in handwash sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink in kitchen.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with yellow liquid at mop sink.
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees jacket on slicer.
40-06-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw fish thawing in pot of water on top of 3 compartment sink.
06-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine outside. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - 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. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
39
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked rice in walk in cooler. Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Coffee cups in handwash sink at front counter.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at handwash sink at front counter.
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap at handwash sink near back door.
31B-06-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee hat and keys on shelf over reach in cooler.
40-06-5
50
May 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bleach and metal sponge in handwash sink near three compartment sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
70
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-05: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee put wet wiping cloth in handwash sink near back door of kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-05: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf over reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-05: **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-05: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-05: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
70
Nov 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over hashbrowns in reach in cooler. Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee put wet wiping cloth in handwash sink near back door of kitchen. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near back door of kitchen. Operator provided at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink near back door of kitchen. Operator provided at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating on prep table in kitchen. **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf over reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle in bulk sugar. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup in ice. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Speaker on bulk sugar in kitchen. **Warning**
40-06-5
37
Jun 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
Jan 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
25
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Coco's Sandwich Shop last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Coco's Sandwich Shop on file is from Oct 22, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Coco's Sandwich Shop?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Coco's Sandwich Shop.
How does Coco's Sandwich Shop compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Coco's Sandwich Shop most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Coco's Sandwich Shop's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Coco's Sandwich Shop have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Coco's Sandwich Shop means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Coco's Sandwich Shop inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Coco's Sandwich Shop is inspected around three times per year on average.
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