Hectors Mexican Food III

3121 E. Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33610
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Sep 2, 2025
45
Score
High Risk

Public records show three inspections at Hectors Mexican Food III stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 2, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to eight violations.

“Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average sits at 79, which Hectors Mexican Food III's 45 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

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Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over a bag of drinking ice in reach-in freezer.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over raw pork in reach-in freezer.
08A-17-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 1 spray bottle. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
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**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Provided a few for temporary use. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-37-1
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided by email. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Repeat Violation**
50-04-4
45
Feb 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cleaning bucket stored in hand sink **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
50-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
50-03-4
61
Sep 17, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hectors Mexican Food III last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hectors Mexican Food III on file is from Sep 2, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hectors Mexican Food III?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hectors Mexican Food III.

How does Hectors Mexican Food III compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Hectors Mexican Food III most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Hectors Mexican Food III's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Hectors Mexican Food III have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Hectors Mexican Food III 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.