When was Meat Mechanico in Tampa last inspected?

Meat Mechanico in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Meat Mechanico in Tampa?

The most frequently cited violations at Meat Mechanico in Tampa are: Chemical properly stored, Outer openings protected, Handwashing facilities.

How many health inspections has Meat Mechanico in Tampa had?

Meat Mechanico in Tampa has had 2 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Meat Mechanico in Tampa find?

Meat Mechanico in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 17, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Meat Mechanico in Tampa ever been shut down?

No, Meat Mechanico in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?

Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.

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 V42 (Equipment condition) mean?

Violation 42 (Equipment condition) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/42.

Meat Mechanico in Tampa

Last inspected: March 17, 2026

1512 E Fowler Ave Unit C, Tampa, FL 33612

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Meat Mechanico Restaurant INC
DBPR License: SEA3919487

Overview

Meat Mechanico in Tampa has been inspected twice on record between November 2025 and March 2026. The facility's most recent routine food inspection on March 17, 2026 identified 15 violations, including five high-priority findings: three instances of improper chemical storage and two handwashing facility violations. A prior licensing inspection on November 18, 2025 found no violations. The March inspection was completed with no further action required, though the violation count and recurring nature of the chemical storage and handwashing issues warrant attention to operational procedures.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

2Inspections

5Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: March 17, 2026

Meat Mechanico in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 2.5 violations / inspection 2.5 violations per inspection

Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Meat Mechanico in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (2)

2026 — 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority

Mar 17, 2026 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

2025 — 1 inspection0 violations

Nov 18, 2025 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Meat Mechanico in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Meat Mechanico in Tampa last inspected?: Meat Mechanico in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Meat Mechanico in Tampa?: The most frequently cited violations at Meat Mechanico in Tampa are: Chemical properly stored, Outer openings protected, Handwashing facilities.
How many health inspections has Meat Mechanico in Tampa had?: Meat Mechanico in Tampa has had 2 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Meat Mechanico in Tampa find?: Meat Mechanico in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 17, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Meat Mechanico in Tampa ever been shut down?: No, Meat Mechanico in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?: Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
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 V42 (Equipment condition) mean?: Violation 42 (Equipment condition) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/42.