El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa
Last inspected:
1623 E 5 Ave, Tampa, FL 33605El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa has accumulated 241 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. State records show 5 fire safety violations, including repeated citations for scorch marks around an electrical outlet by the handwash sink in the kitchen. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines, with the largest penalty at $800. Top recurring violations include improper food contact surfaces, inadequate ventilation, and shell stock requirement failures.
Most recent closure: May 19, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
8
violations / inspection
8 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 12:32:00 |
El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2015031358 | $400.00 | Jun 3, 2015 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015023446 | $800.00 | May 20, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 4 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 47-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. By handwash sink in kitchen **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
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 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. By handwash sink in kitchen **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
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.
— Complaint Full · 47-02-4 · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Outlet by handwash sink **Warning**
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.
— Complaint Full · 47-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Outlet by handwash sink **Warning**
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 Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 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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— 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 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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— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa last inspected?
- El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 25, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa last shut down?
- El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa was last shut down on May 19, 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 El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa had?
- El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa find?
- El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa was most recently inspected on August 25, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- 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.
- Has El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa been fined?
- El Puerto Restaurant & Grill in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,200.00 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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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