La Tinaja Bar and Grill

7385 Spring Hill Dr, Spring Hill, FL 34606

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Aug 21, 2025

Score

High Risk

La Tinaja Bar and Grill appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 21, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.

Across the inspection history, “no soap provided at handwash sink” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Spring Hill restaurant, which scores around 83. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 21, 2025

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 6 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled: 3 cutting boards in the kitchen area with mold-like substance and grooved.

22-02-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The hand sink in the kitchen area. The operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. The hand sink in the kitchen area. The operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-03-4

Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. The microwave on the left side of the warmer. Employee cleaned the interior of the microwave. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover in the kitchen area.

14-20-4

Basic - The reach-in cooler in the kitchen by the left of the door has dust and mold-like substance on the fan at the top.

22-16-4

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off the floor in the walk in cooler.

08B-47-4

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches, in the reach in cooler at the wait station 2 dead roaches, behind the reach in cooler at the wait station 1 dead roach, by the water heater 1 dead roach, in front of the walk in cooler door 2 dead roaches, in the bar area under the ice bin The operator swept up the dead roaches and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site**

35A-03-4

Apr 21, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked bacon in walk-in cooler and raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk-in cooler. Discussed with operator and operator started to store correctly. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink on cook line. No paper towels at handwash sink in warewashing room near three compartment sink. Operator placed soap and paper towels at handwash sinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in wait station and in kitchen to the right of the hot holding case near the reach in freezer chest. Handwash sinks blocked with a strainer and a container. Operator removed and made accessible. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

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. Observed no proof of food handler training for Andrea M., Jennifer M., and Gabriel G. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Aug 26, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 14, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 12, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 18, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Tinaja Bar and Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Tinaja Bar and Grill on file is from Aug 21, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Tinaja Bar and Grill?

Across the inspection record, “no soap provided at handwash sink” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Tinaja Bar and Grill.

How does La Tinaja Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Spring Hill?

La Tinaja Bar and Grill most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Spring Hill average of 83.

Has La Tinaja Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Tinaja Bar and Grill have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Tinaja Bar and 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.

How often is La Tinaja Bar and Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Tinaja Bar and Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.

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