Mr Empanada

5006 E Fowler Ave Ste B, Tampa, FL 33617
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Mr Empanada stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 23, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Tampa restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees by the three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
90
Jul 21, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bucket of pickles being stored on the floor. Manager corrected storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in the back area by the three compartment sink.
31B-04-4
86
May 20, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
90
Jan 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter with no vacuum breakers attached. Operator ordered vacuum breakers during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed equipment in hand sink located next to three compartment sink. Operator removed equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of chicken stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Operator placed the chicken on shelf in walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
74
Aug 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
74
Feb 7, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mr Empanada last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mr Empanada on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mr Empanada?

Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mr Empanada.

How does Mr Empanada compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Mr Empanada most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Mr Empanada's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mr Empanada have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mr Empanada 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 Mr Empanada inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mr Empanada is inspected around two times per year on average.