Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa
Last inspected:
2348 W Columbus Dr, Tampa, FL 33607Birria Kingdom in Tampa has been emergency-closed once for rodent activity on September 9, 2020. The facility accumulated 153 violations across 23 inspections dating back to 2016, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection—nearly 30% above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations were pervasive, dominated by employee health policy failures (cited in at least 8 inspections), hand-washing violations (cited in at least 6 inspections), and time-as-temperature control violations (cited in at least 7 inspections). Shell stock handling and parasite destruction violations, which indicate potential seafood safety failures, appeared repeatedly across 2022 and 2023 inspections. The facility paid $400 in disciplinary fines. The most recent inspections show conflicting compliance: an October 23, 2025 inspection issued a warning for 9 violations including three separate hand-washing citations, but a December 23, 2025 callback inspection found zero violations and was marked Call Back - Complied.
Most recent closure: September 9, 2020 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2020045764 | $400.00 | Sep 9, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 8 inspections48 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa last inspected?
- Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa last shut down?
- Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa was last shut down on September 9, 2020 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa had?
- Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa find?
- Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa was most recently inspected on August 13, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa been fined?
- Smoking Arepa LLC in Tampa has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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