Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa
Last inspected:
3313 Nebraska Ave, Tampa, FL 33603Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa has accumulated 415 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.5 per visit. The restaurant was shut down four times for roach and rodent activity. The facility has faced four disciplinary actions totaling $1,600 in fines. Recent inspections show a troubling pattern: two consecutive "Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended" dispositions in September and November 2025, indicating ongoing non-compliance after administrative complaints were filed.
Most recent closure: September 23, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
11.5
violations / inspection
11.5 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
4
emergency closures
4 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (4)
Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2016046911 | — | Sep 29, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2016003769 | $800.00 | Jan 19, 2016 | Tampa | |
| 3--2016001231 | $400.00 | Dec 30, 2015 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015048354 | $400.00 | Oct 28, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 4 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 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· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 13 inspections131 violations · 71 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa last inspected?
- Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 20, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa last shut down?
- Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa was last shut down on September 23, 2016 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 Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa had?
- Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa find?
- Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa was most recently inspected on November 20, 2025 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa has been emergency-closed 4 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- 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 Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa been fined?
- Hines Caribbean Cuisine in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,600.00 across 4 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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