El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
4422 N Hubert Ave, Tampa, FL 33614El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa has accumulated 409 violations across 43 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.5 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for rodent and roach activity. Fire inspections documented a propane tank stored inside the building in 2017 and repeated citations for cooking equipment with no hood suppression system, with compliance callbacks extended multiple times through 2025. The restaurant has faced 5 disciplinary actions totaling $1,800 in fines.
Most recent closure: October 28, 2024 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
9.4
violations / inspection
9.4 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (3)
El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $1,800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024066279 | — | Oct 28, 2024 | Panama City Beach | |
| 3--2023057905 | $800.00 | Sep 11, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2024017658 | $400.00 | Jan 8, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2021014541 | $400.00 | Mar 19, 2021 | Tampa | |
| 3--2018061505 | $200.00 | Oct 23, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 4 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-18: Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-31: **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 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-18: Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due. **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 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Callback initiated in last inspection not yet due.
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 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Fryer on cook line not located under the FSS. Discussed with operator the possibility of moving the fryer to be located under the FSS. There appears to be enough space.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Back dish area.
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.
El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (44)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections37 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections56 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections59 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 4 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 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
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections32 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 29, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa last shut down?
- El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa was last shut down on October 28, 2024 for roach & 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 El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa had?
- El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa has had 44 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa find?
- El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 29, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V38 (Waste properly disposed) mean?
- Violation 38 (Waste properly disposed) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/38.
- Has El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,800.00 in fines.
- How much has El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- El Diamante Restaurant in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,800.00 across 5 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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