Lala Tampa
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
50
Score
Across the available record, Lala Tampa has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 5, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near eight violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
That's lower than the typical Tampa restaurant, which scores around 79. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored with cleaner over canned tomatoes on dry storage rack. Operator relocated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in cooler. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf over reach in cooler. Employee removed. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk soda boxes on floor in kitchen. **Warning**
08B-38-4
50
Dec 13, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary ammonia test kit at time of licensing.
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine is soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes.
16-46-4
78
Feb 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. French toast batter at 46F chef iced down French toast re-temp at 41F. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips at time of inspection inspection.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves have rust.
14-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes stacked on top of each other preventing proper air on shelves by back door.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of potatoes stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Chef removed potatoes from floor and properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored in between reach in cooler lid. Chef removed knife and placed at dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door handle. Chef removed tongs and placed at dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside reach in cooler at bar has torn gaskets.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes on shelves in back kitchen area. Chef stated removing cleaning and removing labels. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-46-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor unsealed throughout kitchen.
36-02-5
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Sep 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Waffle batter at 44F at 12:00 retmp 39F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink by server station. Chef placed paper towels at hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in frezzer in hallway leading to storage area. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door handle. Chef removed tongs and properly stored. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of ice machine has black-mold like substance. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient air thermometer inside reach in cooler on cooks line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket inside reach in cooler by dishwasher has torn gaskets and buildup of food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on clean dishes on storage shelves. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored inside reach in cooler on cooks line. Chef removed drink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor unsealed throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes on storage shelves are stacked on top of each other preventing proper air drying. Manager removed wet dishes and placed at dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor inside walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-22-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lala Tampa last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lala Tampa on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lala Tampa?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lala Tampa.
How does Lala Tampa compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Lala Tampa most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Lala Tampa's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lala Tampa have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Lala Tampa 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 Lala Tampa inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lala Tampa is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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