Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa
Last inspected:
1604 N 17 St, Tampa, FL 33605Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa has been emergency-closed once, on February 25, 2015, for roach activity. Across 23 inspections dating back to 2016, the facility accumulated 115 violations, averaging 5.0 per inspection — consistent with the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility was subject to one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Hand washing violations were cited in at least 6 inspections between 2023 and 2024, and shell stock requirement violations appeared repeatedly across multiple 2023 and 2024 inspections. Fire safety violations included missing portable fire extinguishers documented in 2016, 2021 (twice), and a locked exit door in 2016. The most recent inspection on September 11, 2025 was completed with no further action, documenting 9 basic violations related to shell stock requirements.
Most recent closure: February 25, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Jimmy's Tacos 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
Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 09:00:00 |
Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2015009640 | $400.00 | Feb 25, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. K class fire extinguisher used door stop . - From follow-up inspection 2021-07-28: Fire extinguisher still improperly stored. **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 · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. K class fire extinguisher used door stop .
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 · 46-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Wood door by storage
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa last inspected?
- Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 11, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa last shut down?
- Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa was last shut down on February 25, 2015 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 Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa had?
- Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa has had 23 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 Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa find?
- Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa was most recently inspected on September 11, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- 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 V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa been fined?
- Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Jimmy's Tacos in Tampa operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Ybor Eats (2016).
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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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