El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
1515 E Fletcher Ave B & C, Tampa, FL 33612El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa has accumulated 158 violations across 29 inspections since 2017, averaging 5.4 per visit. The facility was shut down once in 2023 for sewage backup. Fire safety inspections documented blocked exits and a locked back door with external locks installed by the operator. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine, with recurring violations involving chemical storage, employee health reporting, and food contact surfaces.
Most recent closure: February 27, 2023 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
5.4
violations / inspection
5.4 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 Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023013156 | $400.00 | Feb 27, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Discussed with operator on not storing equipment in front of back door. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Back door near restrooms.
**Corrected On-Site** **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 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.
Operator installed 3 external locks on back door exit, operator states he will be replacing door to make it easier to exit in the case of an emergency. **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 Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa last shut down?
- El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa was last shut down on February 27, 2023 for sewage back up. 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 Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa are: Chemical properly stored, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa had?
- El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa find?
- El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 10, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- Has El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has El Sabor Latino Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- El Sabor Latino Restaurant 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.
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