How many health inspections has CONGA'S LATIN CAFE & RESTAURANT had?

CONGA'S LATIN CAFE & RESTAURANT has had 29 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CONGA'S LATIN CAFE & RESTAURANT ever been shut down?

Yes, CONGA'S LATIN CAFE & RESTAURANT has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at CONGA'S LATIN CAFE & RESTAURANT?

The most frequently cited violations at CONGA'S LATIN CAFE & RESTAURANT are: Employee health policy, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE FAILURE: Without adequate handwashing facilities, proper hand hygiene is impossible. Studies show handwashing compliance drops to 5% when sinks are inaccessible or poorly equipped. No hot water means grease and biofilms remain on hands. No soap reduces bacterial removal from 99.9% to 25%. No towels means wet hands spread 1,000x more bacteria. Provide handwashing facilities with: hot and cold running water (minimum 100°F), soap in dispensers, single-use paper towels or air dryers, waste receptacle. Sinks must be accessible at all times — never blocked by equipment, supplies, or used for other purposes. Install handwashing signs in employee language(s).

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

CONGA'S LATIN CAFE & RESTAURANT

4511 GUNN HWY, Tampa, FL 33624

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CONGA'S LATIN CAFE & RESTAURANT INC · License: SEA3911341

CONGA'S LATIN CAFE & RESTAURANT in Tampa, FL has 29 inspections on record with 226 total violations (7.8 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Data current as of January 3, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for CONGA'S LATIN CAFE & RESTAURANT
Date	Reason	Reopened
Aug 1, 2024	Roach activity	N/A

Inspection History (29)

Jan 3, 2025 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Emergency Closures (1)

Inspection History (29)

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