Box of Cubans in Riverview

Last inspected:

10451 Gibsonton Dr, Riverview, FL 33578
Overview

Box of Cubans in Riverview has accumulated 148 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.5 per visit. The facility has never been shut down but received administrative complaint recommendations twice, in November 2020 and May 2021. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation, shell stock handling, and hand washing lapses. Recent inspections show mixed compliance, with warnings in September 2025 and continued violations through March 2026.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

27Inspections
148Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Box of Cubans in Riverview: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 5.5 violations / inspection 5.5 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Box of Cubans in Riverview: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

Box of Cubans in Riverview: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Box of Cubans in Riverview last inspected?
Box of Cubans in Riverview was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Box of Cubans in Riverview?
The most frequently cited violations at Box of Cubans in Riverview are: Proper ventilation, Shell stock requirements, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Box of Cubans in Riverview had?
Box of Cubans in Riverview has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Box of Cubans in Riverview find?
Box of Cubans in Riverview was most recently inspected on March 2, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Box of Cubans in Riverview ever been shut down?
No, Box of Cubans in Riverview has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.

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