Tampa Style Cuban in Largo
Last inspected:
1300 E Bay Drive, Largo, FL 33771Tampa Style Cuban in Largo has accumulated 218 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.4 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but faces a persistent fire safety issue: propane tanks larger than code allow have been stored inside the building in three separate inspections, with the most recent citation in 2026 noting a tank positioned next to a broken ice machine. The restaurant has received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $320 in fines. Recent inspections from September 2025 onward show elevated violation counts, with high-priority violations cited in three consecutive inspections including September, November, and March 2026.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tampa Style Cuban in Largo: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
8
violations / inspection
8 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.12
violations / inspection
6.12 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.36
closures / facility
0.36 county average
Tampa Style Cuban in Largo: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $480.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025086149 | $320.00 | Sep 4, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2023070297 | $160.00 | Oct 13, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Tampa Style Cuban in Largo: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 1 Propane tank stored next to broken ice machine across from reach in coolers near restroom. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Next to ice machine - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-05: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Next to ice machine
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Tampa Style Cuban in Largo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 4 inspections25 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections40 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Tampa Style Cuban in Largo: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tampa Style Cuban in Largo last inspected?
- Tampa Style Cuban in Largo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 26, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Tampa Style Cuban in Largo?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tampa Style Cuban in Largo are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Tampa Style Cuban in Largo had?
- Tampa Style Cuban in Largo has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tampa Style Cuban in Largo find?
- Tampa Style Cuban in Largo was most recently inspected on May 26, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Tampa Style Cuban in Largo ever been shut down?
- No, Tampa Style Cuban in Largo has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Tampa Style Cuban in Largo had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Tampa Style Cuban in Largo has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Tampa Style Cuban in Largo faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tampa Style Cuban in Largo has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $480.00 in fines.
- How much has Tampa Style Cuban in Largo been fined?
- Tampa Style Cuban in Largo has been fined a total of $480.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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