La Perrada Colombiana
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
70
Score
La Perrada Colombiana appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 8, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “employee beverage container on a food preparation table”, which has been cited five times.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which La Perrada Colombiana's 70 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection.
22-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed large cutting boards in kitchen is grooved at time of inspection. Main cooks line
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table near expo window at time of inspection
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on cutting board on reach in cooler in kitchen at time of inspection.
40-06-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork belly in prep sink without running water during inspection. Employee turned on water during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed large white rolling buckets of bulk sugar not labeled at time of inspection. Near ice machine.
02D-01-5
70
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk in cooler at time of inspection. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
22-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in bulk dry rice at time of inspection. Operator had employee remove scoop during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
74
May 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken breast stored over cooked pork belly in cooks line reach in cooler. Employee moved chicken to lower area during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed green bowl in cooked rice at time of inspection n
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep shelf table. Employee moved drink during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper over prep table in kitchen at time of inspection. Employee moved light during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-02-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee opened water bottle in reach in cooler in second kitchen area. Operator spoke with employee and made designated container for Emilee's to keep their food and drinks in reach in cooler during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
70
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-11: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
90
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
26
May 28, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 7+ employees working with no food manager on site. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-28: **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Operator provided one food handler certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-28: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-28: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.employee bag on shelf over sodas. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-28: **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-28: **Time Extended**
14-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf's with plates. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-28: **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
67
May 23, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray paint over prep table and cups. **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee medicine in reach in cooler. **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee wash and rinse dishes without sanitizing, discussed sanitizing dishes. Operator set up sanitizer to sanitize. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 flies in kitchen 6 flies in dry storage **Warning**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 7+ employees working with no food manager on site. **Warning**
53A-05-6
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. Operator provided one food handler certification. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical spray bottle not labeled, operator labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf's with plates. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.employee bag on shelf over sodas. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tile missing on cook line. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-42-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Cup handle in sugar. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Fly trap over reach in cooler near back door. **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Limes cut before washing. **Warning**
08B-39-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar not labeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
25
Dec 14, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Large ice machine and cutting boards
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Prep area
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. **Repeat Violation**
12B-12-5
Basic - Hood filters missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
14-42-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
52
Mar 17, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 20 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator used hand sink near large ice machine to wash pot.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. 6 employees working at time of inspection Alex Torres Person In Charge
53A-05-6
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
36-32-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
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.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
12B-12-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At 3 compartment sink
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Walk-in-cooler
08B-38-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
14-42-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go containers on stored on floor
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Walk-in-cooler
08B-12-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At 3 compartment sink
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Near 3 compartment sink
21-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
02D-01-5
30
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
41
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Perrada Colombiana last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Perrada Colombiana on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Perrada Colombiana?
Across the inspection record, “employee beverage container on a food preparation table” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at La Perrada Colombiana.
How does La Perrada Colombiana compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
La Perrada Colombiana most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has La Perrada Colombiana's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Perrada Colombiana have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Perrada Colombiana means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is La Perrada Colombiana inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Perrada Colombiana is inspected around three times per year on average.
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