El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
4721 Normandy Dr, Tampa, FL 33615El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa has accumulated 439 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.9 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. State records show a pattern of repeated non-compliance, with five disciplinary actions totaling $2,820 in fines. From October 2021 through early 2022, inspectors issued multiple administrative complaints within months of each other, and in February 2025, a single inspection documented 34 violations with 12 high-priority items, prompting an emergency order.
Most recent closure: February 17, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
11.8
violations / inspection
11.8 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 Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $2,820.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025013631 | $800.00 | Feb 17, 2025 | Tampa | |
| 3--2024018365 | $800.00 | Jan 22, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2023020306 | $600.00 | Jan 26, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2022055279 | $300.00 | Aug 1, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2022005863 | $320.00 | Dec 27, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections44 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 21 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections30 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 6 inspections57 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections46 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections37 violations · 27 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 7, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa last shut down?
- El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa was last shut down on February 17, 2025 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 Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa had?
- El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa find?
- El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 7, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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 V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- Has El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,820.00 in fines.
- How much has El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- El Tipico Criollo Restaurant in Tampa has been fined a total of $2,820.00 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).
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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