Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
2047 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33612Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa has accumulated 327 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.9 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, once for roach activity and once for sewage backup. The restaurant faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,450 in fines. Top recurring violations involved ventilation, employee health policies, and food contact surfaces.
Most recent closure: March 1, 2021 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
9.7
violations / inspection
9.7 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.72
violations / inspection
5.72 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (2)
Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,450.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021047807 | $400.00 | Aug 16, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2021013282 | $250.00 | Mar 1, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2016006722 | $800.00 | Feb 9, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 17 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections39 violations · 28 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections39 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 12, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa last shut down?
- Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa was last shut down on March 1, 2021 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 Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa are: Proper ventilation, Employee health policy, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa had?
- Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa find?
- Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa was most recently inspected on May 12, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,450.00 in fines.
- How much has Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- Isla Bella Restaurant in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,450.00 across 3 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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