Fiesta Tropical Market
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
82
Score
Fiesta Tropical Market appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. Fiesta Tropical Market was last inspected on Jan 9, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food stored on floor”, showing up four times.
Compared to other Auburndale restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed box of food in hand sink, employee removed food from hand sink... **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of peppers and onions on the floor upon free, employee removed box of onions and pepper from floor.. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe. Observed at hand sink.
29-11-4
82
Aug 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils in hand sink, employee removed utensils from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Water leaking from faucet/handle. Observed at hand sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and sides of equipment.
36-73-4
82
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed male employee eating in Mobil unit near grill, employee went outside to finish eating. **Corrective Action Taken**
12B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of cooking oil on floor.
08B-38-4
90
Dec 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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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. Observed for Daniela. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: 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. Observed for Daniela **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 containers of frying oil on floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: Food stored on floor. Observed 2 containers of frying oil on floor. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on spice shelves. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on spice shelves. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
82
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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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. Observed for Daniela. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on spice shelves. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between wall and back of 3-compartment sink. **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 containers of frying oil on floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris on floor behind kitchen equipment. **Warning**
36-73-4
74
Nov 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Expired 08/30/2023 for Roberto Melo. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-21: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Expired 08/30/2023 for Roberto Melo. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in reach in coolers. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-21: Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in reach in coolers. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
86
Sep 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked rice in bag in reach in cooler.
14-31-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils in hand sink, employee removed utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Expired 08/30/2023 for Roberto Melo.
53A-01-7
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in reach in coolers.
14-11-5
61
Aug 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
67
Jan 26, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container in sink, employee removed container from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on white board.
14-09-4
78
Aug 4, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw eggs stored over produce in reach in cooler, employee moved raw eggs when prompted. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed 70F, employee flipped breaker for hot water 110F. **Corrected On-Site**
27-06-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under cookline equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at hand sink and 3-compartment sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed next to flip top unit.
21-12-4
Basic - Worn floors. Observed metal flooring in disrepair.
36-10-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fiesta Tropical Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fiesta Tropical Market on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fiesta Tropical Market?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Fiesta Tropical Market.
How does Fiesta Tropical Market compare to other restaurants in Auburndale?
Fiesta Tropical Market most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Auburndale average of 88.
Has Fiesta Tropical Market's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fiesta Tropical Market have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Fiesta Tropical Market 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 Fiesta Tropical Market inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fiesta Tropical Market is inspected around three times per year on average.
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