Rene's Mexican Kitchen

2201 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jun 11, 2024
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Rene's Mexican Kitchen has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jun 11, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit.

“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Rene's Mexican Kitchen is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
95
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink blocked with pans, operator moved them
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
74
Jul 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket's inside reach in cooler housing cash register are soiled. Hood filters have buildup of grease. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bottles of food used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients inside reach in cooler on cooks line. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Metal floor is torn in front of reach in frezzer. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: **Time Extended**
36-10-4
74
Aug 23, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by cutting board. Removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing impossible burgers at room temp. Moved into cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Butter by reach in cooler. Moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Forks and knives.
25-06-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rene's Mexican Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rene's Mexican Kitchen on file is from Jun 11, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rene's Mexican Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rene's Mexican Kitchen.

How does Rene's Mexican Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Rene's Mexican Kitchen most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Rene's Mexican Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Rene's Mexican Kitchen have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rene's Mexican Kitchen 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 Rene's Mexican Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rene's Mexican Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.