Rincon Guatemalteco
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
47
Score
Rincon Guatemalteco has been inspected eight times since 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 24, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly five violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up four times.
That's lower than the typical Tampa restaurant, which scores around 79. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 10 rodent droppings in corner near bulk mixer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-24: 15 rodent droppings in floor mixing bowl. 20 rodent droppings next to large metal reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator cleaned and sanitized area at time of callback. **Time Extended**
35A-04-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked soup in reach in cooler. Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-24: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-24: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-24: **Time Extended**
53A-02-7
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. Cooked soup and multiple items in reach in coolers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-24: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches in storage room near reach in freezer. 4 dead roaches on floor near Boldgetti bulk oven. 1 dead roach near small bulk mixer. 1 dead next to cabinet at front counter area. Operator cleaned and sanitized at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-24: No dead roaches at time of callback. **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer in back storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-24: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Cut leafy greens, raw pork and multiple items in reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-24: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
47
Nov 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee flipping tortilla with bare hands. Employee discarded tortilla. **Corrected On-Site**
09-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw Chicken stored overtop plantain instead double door refrigerator. **Repeat Violation**
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. Cooked beef inside double door refrigerator in kitchen area.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have grease buildup. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink stored overtop food preparation table by ovens in side kitchen area.
12B-07-4
55
May 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored I er tamales and cut leafy greens in tall silver reach-in-cooler
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In back kitchen area
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed operators reusing sour cream containers for other food storage v
25-32-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
02D-01-5
58
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in silver 2 door reach-in-cooler
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken thawing at room temperature. Operator placing in reach-in-cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
23-03-4
64
Apr 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork stored over potatoes and onions in reach-in-cooler. Raw shelled eggs over dairy foods in bakery area reach-in-cooler
08A-05-6
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
23-03-4
64
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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.
11-27-4
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.
11-26-1
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
78
Mar 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over unwashed vegetables in black reach-in-cooler.
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. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
14-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Dirty mop water in yellow bucket
42-02-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
61
Jan 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rincon Guatemalteco last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rincon Guatemalteco on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rincon Guatemalteco?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Rincon Guatemalteco.
How does Rincon Guatemalteco compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Rincon Guatemalteco most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Rincon Guatemalteco's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Rincon Guatemalteco have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Rincon Guatemalteco 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 Rincon Guatemalteco inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rincon Guatemalteco is inspected around two times per year on average.
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