La Crutton

601 E Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33602

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited La Crutton seven times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

“No paper towels” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

La Crutton's latest score of 100 sits above the Tampa average of 79. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 24, 2026

Complaint Partial

No violations found.

100

Apr 2, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler front line for sandwich prep Cold holding: cut lettuce 47F cut tomatoes 45F egg salad 45F chicken salad 45F turkey 45F employee moved food to reach in freezer 2nd temp all food tested at 43F **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over ready to eat foods grey reach in cooler by three compartment sink

08A-05-6

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

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing for 2 employees.

53B-13-5

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. For ham sandwiches and Cesar salads and egg salad front service line

02D-03-4

Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. White cutting board on cooks line.

14-13-4

Apr 21, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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

14-09-4

Apr 16, 2024

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. Operator states they will be closing for good soon and do not want to renew the license **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

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

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**

31B-03-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

51-11-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled

36-73-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

21-12-4

Dec 11, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Aug 16, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Nov 2, 2022

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee doing dishes at three compartment sink. No sanitizer set up. Discussed proper sanitization with staff. Dishes re sanitized once three compartment sink set up. Quaternary ammonia 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

22-45-4

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Stored on table over seasonings. Relocated to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**

29-42-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By back door.

51-11-4

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

14-09-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Cup on prep table. Removed. Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Eating tortilla chips in back prep area. **Corrective Action Taken**

12B-07-4

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

24-08-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on reach in cooler by office. Cracked containers on dish storage rack. **Repeat Violation**

14-11-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Crutton last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Crutton on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Crutton?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Crutton.

How does La Crutton compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

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

Has La Crutton's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Crutton have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Crutton 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 La Crutton inspected?

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

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