Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa
Last inspected:
7748 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33615Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant in Tampa has accumulated 529 violations across 44 inspections since 2016, averaging 12 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach and rodent activity. In March 2025, inspectors documented an emergency order violation, returning the next day and finding non-compliance before the facility achieved compliance on the second callback. Fire safety records include four citations, all related to a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone from 2017.
Most recent closure: March 25, 2025 for rodent, roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
12
violations / inspection
12 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (2)
Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025037550 | $400.00 | Mar 25, 2025 | Jacksonville | |
| 3--2023002480 | $160.00 | Nov 28, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2017052188 | $400.00 | Oct 30, 2017 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2016045579 | $200.00 | Aug 19, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-10-30: Observed: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Handwash sink
Priority: Reporting - From follow-up inspection on 2017-10-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-11-01: **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 · 45-02-4 · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-10-30: Observed: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Handwash sink
Priority: Reporting - From follow-up inspection on 2017-10-31: **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 · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Handwash sink
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.
Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (44)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections36 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections30 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 6 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 11 inspections127 violations · 80 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative determination recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between March 25, 2025 and March 26, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa last inspected?
- Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa last shut down?
- Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa was last shut down on March 25, 2025 for rodent, roach & fly 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 Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa had?
- Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa has had 44 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa find?
- Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 9, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC 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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,160.00 in fines.
- How much has Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa been fined?
- Mi Bandera Bar & Restaurant LLC in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,160.00 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).
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