Empamamas

1910 N Ola Ave #13, Tampa, FL 33602

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Empamamas has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 19, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly three violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting Empamamas on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 19, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Knife in hand washing sink manager removed **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Oct 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Apr 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil cases in the storage room employee moved the case from the floor

08B-38-4

Nov 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Feb 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen operator replaced **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under 3 compartment sink

36-73-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Leaking pipe under hand wash sink

29-08-4

Jul 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large hotel Pan in sink, employee moved it. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both sinks sinks

31B-04-4

Mar 28, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Under 3 compartment sink **Warning**

29-34-4

High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Operator replaced, now 200 ppm. **Warning**

22-43-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Dairy (44F - Cold Holding); Pork (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (45F - Cold Holding) large double door unit, suggested to operator that they program the unit to a non operating time, when the cooler is not being opened and closed for use. to have the reach in cooler into defrost mode outside of working hours. **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - 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. Issued form to operator **Warning**

11-26-1

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Discussed with operator proper air drying of clean equipment. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

24-08-4

Aug 9, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Inside of reach in cooler next to three compartment sink. Used to repair damaged door.

14-71-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Empamamas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Empamamas on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Empamamas?

Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Empamamas.

How does Empamamas compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Empamamas most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Empamamas' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Empamamas have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Empamamas means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Empamamas inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Empamamas is inspected around two times per year on average.

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