Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa
Last inspected:
7730 Palm River Rd Suite 300, Tampa, FL 33619Casa Mexicana Restaurant in Tampa has accumulated 228 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.1 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Fire inspectors documented scorch marks around an electrical outlet in the bar across multiple inspections in 2015 and 2016, a hazard cited repeatedly under the same operator. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $2,250 in fines, with the largest single penalty at $1,250. Recent inspections from January through February 2026 show continued compliance issues, with 12 violations cited on January 29 followed by a callback inspection on February 4.
Most recent closure: August 11, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
8.1
violations / inspection
8.1 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 08:26:00 |
Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $2,250.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018044402 | $200.00 | Jun 22, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2016013928 | $1,250.00 | Mar 3, 2016 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015036167 | $800.00 | Aug 11, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (6)
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 47-02-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-03-01: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Bar **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection on 2016-03-02: Scorch marks on outlet by beer cooler in bar **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2016-03-03: Scorch marks on outlet by beer cooler in bar **Admin Complaint**
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 · 47-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-03-01: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Bar **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection on 2016-03-02: Scorch marks on outlet by beer cooler in bar **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 · 47-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Bar **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.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 47-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Bar
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 · 47-02-4 · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Bar
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 · 47-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Bar
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.
Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections18 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa last inspected?
- Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 4, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa last shut down?
- Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa was last shut down on August 11, 2015 for roach 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 Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa had?
- Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa find?
- Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa was most recently inspected on February 4, 2026 with 8 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- 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.
- Has Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa has 6 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,250.00 in fines.
- How much has Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa been fined?
- Casa Mexicana Restaurant INC in Tampa has been fined a total of $2,250.00 across 3 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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