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Las Mexicanas Catrachas

9201 North 46Th St, Tampa, FL 33617
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
29
Score
High Risk

Public records show five inspections at Las Mexicanas Catrachas stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 25, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to 14 violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “establishment has no written procedures for employees”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average sits at 79, which Las Mexicanas Catrachas' 29 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
7
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Business license expired February 1, 2026. Establishment is currently open and operating serving food to the public. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Observed green and yellow garden hose attached to unit **Warning**
29-04-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by sanitizer bucket. Removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Exodo Molina Puerto **Warning**
53A-01-7
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
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Self-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Unit is hard connected and unable to go to support location. Operating at a gas station on well and septic **Warning**
51-22-4
Intermediate - Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. **Warning**
27-02-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
50-04-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Water leaking from faucet at three compartment sink. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed hard, electrical breaker box connected to food truck **Warning**
51-06-4
29
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. No procedures observed. Provided a copy of procedures to the operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the hand washing sink being used to store and dry dishes.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. No proof of informed responsibilities. Printed a copy of health reporting policies. Employee signed the policies. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
50-04-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed a wet wiping cloth under a cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster observed.
51-13-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with cut marks on it.
14-09-4
61
Dec 20, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Dec 6, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over vegetables in reach in cooler.
08A-04-5
High Priority - Establishment operating with no potable running water. Operator states pump broken no running water during inspection
27-12-4
Intermediate - Employee applied hand antiseptic in place of washing hands as required. Operator advised he has been
12A-01-4
67
Jul 21, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Las Mexicanas Catrachas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Las Mexicanas Catrachas on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Las Mexicanas Catrachas?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Las Mexicanas Catrachas.

How does Las Mexicanas Catrachas compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Las Mexicanas Catrachas most recently scored 29 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Las Mexicanas Catrachas' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Las Mexicanas Catrachas have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Las Mexicanas Catrachas 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 Las Mexicanas Catrachas inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Las Mexicanas Catrachas is inspected around two times per year on average.

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