Fuego Vip Grill

2098 W Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL 33612

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jun 18, 2024

Score

High Risk

The inspection history at Fuego Vip Grill is still short, with only two visits logged. The most recent visit was on Jun 18, 2024. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around eight violations each, up from closer to one violation before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average sits at 79, which Fuego Vip Grill's 47 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 02/01/2024 **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

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 probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Discussed with operator on obtaining thermometer. **Warning**

05-08-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink used to store utensils. Operator moved at time of inspection. **Warning**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Discussed with operator on obtaining test strips. **Warning**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**

31B-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vent above reach in cooler in kitchen. **Warning**

23-03-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach in cooler. **Warning**

14-11-5

Apr 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment missing chlorine test kit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-28: Establishment missing chlorine test kit. **Time Extended**

16-37-1

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fuego Vip Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fuego Vip Grill on file is from Jun 18, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fuego Vip Grill?

Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fuego Vip Grill.

How does Fuego Vip Grill compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Fuego Vip Grill most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Fuego Vip Grill's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Fuego Vip Grill have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Fuego Vip Grill 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.

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