La Borinquena

7607 Causeway Blvd, Tampa, FL 33619

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 3, 2023

Score

High Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 3, 2023. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important. The most recent inspection at La Borinquena is from Oct 3, 2023, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.

That's lower than the typical Tampa restaurant, which scores around 79. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of ibuprofen over pineapple juice on shelf. Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-07-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board for reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

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

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Potato balls and cooked beef mix. **Repeat Violation**

02C-02-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor near fryers. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

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 - Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk box of Togo containers on floor near fryer.

25-05-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting of clear containers above three compartment sink.

24-08-4

Aug 16, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Borinquena last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Borinquena on file is from Oct 3, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does La Borinquena compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

La Borinquena most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has La Borinquena's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Borinquena 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 La Borinquena 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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