El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando
Last inspected:
11244 S Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32837El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has accumulated 596 violations across 40 inspections since 2016, averaging 14.9 per visit. The facility was previously known as El Tenampa Bakery from 2015 to 2018. The restaurant was shut down once for fly activity and has faced 5 disciplinary actions totaling $3,200 in fines. Fire safety records document a recurring hazard: propane tanks stored inside the building were cited in both 2015 and 2017, and cooking equipment without proper hood suppression systems have been documented across multiple inspection cycles, most recently in 2025 when inspectors found a flat top grill not fully under the hood system.
Most recent closure: January 23, 2019 for flies.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
14.9
violations / inspection
14.9 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Emergency Closure History (1)
El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $3,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023002218 | $800.00 | Sep 8, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2019043246 | $800.00 | Jul 10, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2019005460 | $800.00 | Jan 23, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2018031469 | $400.00 | May 2, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2017058986 | $400.00 | Nov 21, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale |
El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Flat top grill not fully under hood suppression system. Advised operator to move equipment to make sure it is fully under hood system.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Observed a fryer on a prep table in kitchen that was not under the hood system.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · 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.
Gas burning grill located in kitchen.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · 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. **Warning**
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.
El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 8 inspections49 violations · 27 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections61 violations · 37 high priority
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 8 inspections75 violations · 48 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 6 inspections68 violations · 39 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 21 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando last inspected?
- El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 12, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando last shut down?
- El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando was last shut down on January 23, 2019 for flies. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando had?
- El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 14.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando find?
- El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando was most recently inspected on November 12, 2025 with 10 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,200.00 in fines.
- How much has El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando been fined?
- El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has been fined a total of $3,200.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant in Orlando operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: El Tenampa Bakery (2015-2018).
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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).
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