Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa
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3300 W Columbus Dr, Tampa, FL 33607Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa has a problematic compliance history spanning 26 inspections with 129 total violations, averaging 4.96 violations per inspection — at the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on July 15, 2020 for roach activity. Employee health policy violations have been cited in at least 9 of the last 8 inspections, establishing a persistent pattern of non-compliance with worker health documentation and reporting requirements. Food contact surface violations appear repeatedly across the record. The facility has also accumulated three fire safety citations between August 2024 and January 2025 for use of cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors with no hood suppression system installed. Two disciplinary actions totaling $320 in fines have been issued. The most recent inspection on January 13, 2026 documented 21 violations including two high-priority findings for employee health policy and time as control, with disposition listed as Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Most recent closure: July 15, 2020 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
5
violations / inspection
5 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
Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025034749 | $120.00 | Jan 17, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2020036918 | $200.00 | Jul 16, 2020 | Fort Lauderdale |
Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 2 fire violations
— 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.
Small fryer on back prep table - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-23: **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.
Small fryer on back prep table
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.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Observed small fryer stored on service line prep,table next to hand sink
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 · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Observed small fryer stored on prep table next to hand sink on service line
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 · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
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.
Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections26 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 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· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa last inspected?
- Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa last shut down?
- Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa was last shut down on July 15, 2020 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 Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa are: Employee health policy, Time as control, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa had?
- Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa find?
- Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa was most recently inspected on January 13, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
- How much has Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa been fined?
- Guanabo Coffee Shop in Tampa has been fined a total of $320.00 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).
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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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