Lara
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
86
Score
Inspectors have visited Lara eight times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 9, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around nine violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated”, which has been cited two times.
Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Lara is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
86
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp in reach in cooler over whipped cream and cooked plantains. Employee relocated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw tuna and soft boiled egg on menu. Operator put up consumer advisory at time of inspection. **Warning**
02B-01-5
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen. **Warning**
22-20-5
61
Jan 22, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Nov 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: raw chicken 57 F, pastrami 60 F, retemped raw chicken 43 F, pastrami 46 F, operator put on ice at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked chicken in reach in cooler. Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken cooked in reach in cooler.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bread stacked on handwash sink in kitchen.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled yellow liquid near dish machine in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen near entrance. Operator removed at time of inspection.
12B-07-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout kitchen.
36-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On clear containers on dish drying rack. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dish area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table in kitchen.
21-12-4
33
Jan 11, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
50
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
55
Jul 19, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-19: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No hot water in establishment. 3 compartment sink water at 83 F, Handwash sinks 84 F and 83 F **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-19: **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Sandwich mix in reach in cooler. Cooked potatoes in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-19: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach in coolers on cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-19: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door as gap at the bottom of door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-19: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-19: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-19: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lara last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lara on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lara?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lara.
How does Lara compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Lara most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Lara's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Lara have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lara 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 Lara inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lara is inspected around two times per year on average.
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