Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa
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4001 N Habana Ave, Tampa, FL 33607Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa has accumulated 344 violations across 25 inspections between July 2022 and October 2025, averaging 13.8 violations per inspection—nearly triple the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,840 in fines. Employee health policy violations appear in every inspection on record, including failures to report sick workers and violations of employee health reporting requirements. High-priority violations for handwashing, food contact surface sanitation, time-temperature control, and approved food sources recur throughout the inspection history. Additional recurring high-priority findings include improper chemical storage, shell stock handling violations, and missing consumer advisories. The most recent inspection on October 23, 2025 documented 27 violations (3 high-priority, 4 intermediate, 6 basic) and was completed with no further action, though the violation count represents the highest single-inspection total in the available record. A prior inspection on November 13, 2024 resulted in a Warning Issued disposition after 10 violations were found. The facility has not been emergency-closed.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,840.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019037625 | $560.00 | Sep 17, 2019 | Tampa | |
| 3--2015054297 | $1,280.00 | Dec 10, 2015 | District 16 |
Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections29 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa last inspected?
- Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 21, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa are: Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa had?
- Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa find?
- Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 21, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,840.00 in fines.
- How much has Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa been fined?
- Arco Iris Cafe in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,840.00 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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