How many health inspections has OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP had?

OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP has had 28 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP ever been shut down?

Yes, OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP?

The most frequently cited violations at OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.

What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE: Inadequate toilet facilities discourage proper restroom use and handwashing by employees. Lack of supplies (toilet paper, soap, towels) prevents proper hygiene. Non-functioning toilets force employees to delay bathroom breaks, increasing contamination risk. Self-closing doors prevent airborne contamination from reaching food areas. Provide adequate, clean toilet facilities: properly functioning toilets, toilet paper, self-closing doors, handwashing sink with hot/cold water, soap, paper towels. Maintain cleanliness throughout the day. Ensure facilities are accessible to employees at all times. Post handwashing signs. Facilities must comply with ADA requirements.

What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?

OVERALL SANITATION: Premises not clean or in disrepair indicate systemic food safety management failure. Unsanitary conditions support pest populations, bacterial growth, and cross-contamination. Dirty facilities correlate with higher rates of critical violations. A facility's general cleanliness is the strongest predictor of its food safety performance. Maintain entire premises in clean and sanitary condition. Develop and implement cleaning schedule covering all areas. Clean as you go during operations. Deep clean regularly. Remove unnecessary items and clutter. Maintain exterior areas to prevent pest attraction. Address all maintenance needs promptly.

OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP

4525 S FLORIDA AVE STE 31, Lakeland, FL 33813

Polk County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: JK WILLS LLC · License: SEA6307260

OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP in Lakeland, FL has 28 inspections on record with 124 total violations (4.4 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

28Inspections

124Violations

2Closures

Data current as of January 10, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP
Date	Reason	Reopened
May 3, 2017	Roach & rodent activity	12:58:00
Dec 17, 2015	Roach activity	11:00:00

Inspection History (28)

Jan 10, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jul 17, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Dec 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Oct 11, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 8, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 7, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Feb 15, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 18, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

May 16, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 14, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 4, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 5, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 4, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 15, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 25, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Mar 17, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 13, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 25, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 21, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Jun 7, 2018 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 29, 2018 — Routine - Food· 10 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

May 24, 2017 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

May 4, 2017 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 3, 2017 — Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 22, 2016 — Complaint Full· 5 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 19, 2016 — Complaint Full· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V25 Allergen awareness

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Aug 16, 2016 — Complaint Full· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V25 Allergen awareness

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Jul 12, 2016 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP has had 2 emergency closures, compared to the Polk County average of 0.11 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 1.93.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP had?: OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP has had 28 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP ever been shut down?: Yes, OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP?: The most frequently cited violations at OLE TAMPA CUBAN SHOP are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

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