When was Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa last inspected?

Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 6, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa?

The most frequently cited violations at Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa are: Clean multi-use utensils, Adequate lighting, Outer openings protected.

How many health inspections has Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa had?

Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa has had 3 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa find?

Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa was most recently inspected on October 6, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa ever been shut down?

No, Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?

Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.

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 V42 (Equipment condition) mean?

Violation 42 (Equipment condition) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/42.

Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa

Last inspected: October 6, 2025

1509 Fletcher Ave Unit 101, Tampa, FL 33612

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Frida's Paleteria Mexicana, LLC
DBPR License: SEA3919156

Overview

Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa has had 3 inspections on record between September 2023 and October 2025, citing 13 violations with no emergency closures. The facility averaged 6.5 violations per inspection (excluding the clean inspection), slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations included toxic substance control cited in the most recent inspection on October 6, 2025, proper hand/arm washing, approved food source, and allergen awareness. The December 9, 2024 inspection resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation due to 1 high-priority and 3 intermediate violations. The most recent inspection on October 6, 2025 was completed with no further action required, despite citing 1 high-priority violation for toxic substance control.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

3Inspections

13Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: October 6, 2025

Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 4.3 violations / inspection 4.3 violations per inspection

Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (3)

2025 — 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority

Oct 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

2024 — 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority

Dec 9, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

2023 — 1 inspection0 violations

Sep 20, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa last inspected?: Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 6, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa?: The most frequently cited violations at Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa are: Clean multi-use utensils, Adequate lighting, Outer openings protected.
How many health inspections has Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa had?: Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa has had 3 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa find?: Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa was most recently inspected on October 6, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa ever been shut down?: No, Frida's Paleteria Mexicana in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?: Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
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 V42 (Equipment condition) mean?: Violation 42 (Equipment condition) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/42.