Mr Empanada in Tampa
Last inspected:
4836 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL 33603Mr Empanada in Tampa was emergency-closed on September 30, 2025 for roach and rodent activity, the facility's first closure on record. The establishment has logged 13 inspections between June 2020 and September 2025, accumulating 74 violations—an average of 5.7 per inspection, slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations were cited in 5 of the 13 inspections, with food contact surface violations and chemical storage violations appearing repeatedly across multiple years. The most recent inspection on September 30, 2025 documented 27 violations and resulted in an emergency order recommendation. A callback inspection the same day found 15 additional violations, with the facility achieving compliance on that callback. Two disciplinary actions totaling $385 in fines have been issued.
Most recent closure: September 30, 2025 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mr Empanada in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Mr Empanada in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Mr Empanada in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $385.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025072966 | $225.00 | Sep 30, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2021038695 | $160.00 | Jun 30, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Mr Empanada in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Mr Empanada in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mr Empanada in Tampa last inspected?
- Mr Empanada in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 30, 2025. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- When was Mr Empanada in Tampa last shut down?
- Mr Empanada in Tampa was last shut down on September 30, 2025 for roach & rodent 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 Mr Empanada in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mr Empanada in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Toilet facilities.
- How many health inspections has Mr Empanada in Tampa had?
- Mr Empanada in Tampa has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mr Empanada in Tampa find?
- Mr Empanada in Tampa was most recently inspected on September 30, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
- Has Mr Empanada in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Mr Empanada in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- 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 Mr Empanada in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mr Empanada in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $385.00 in fines.
- How much has Mr Empanada in Tampa been fined?
- Mr Empanada in Tampa has been fined a total of $385.00 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.
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