La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
5601 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL 33603La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa has been inspected 22 times since 2022, accumulating 184 violations—an average of 8.4 per inspection, more than 60% above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed but has received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Recurring violations across multiple inspections include employee health policy violations (cited in at least 6 inspections), improper hand and arm washing (at least 5 inspections), food contact surface violations (at least 8 inspections), improper time as a temperature control measure (at least 6 inspections), and consumer advisory violations (at least 5 inspections). Additional patterns include improper chemical storage (at least 5 inspections), improper cooking temperatures (at least 4 inspections), and food in poor condition (at least 2 inspections). The most recent inspection on November 4, 2025 found 9 violations including food contact surface and consumer advisory violations, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2016040109 | $400.00 | Jul 26, 2016 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015045153 | $200.00 | Sep 30, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections29 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa had?
- La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa find?
- La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 8, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- 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.
- Has La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- La Lechonera Restaurant in Tampa has been fined a total of $600.00 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).
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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