How many health inspections has PEDRO & CARY had?

PEDRO & CARY has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has PEDRO & CARY ever been shut down?

Yes, PEDRO & CARY has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at PEDRO & CARY?

The most frequently cited violations at PEDRO & CARY are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

PEDRO & CARY

3529 W WATERS AVE, Tampa, FL 33614

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: PEDRO & CARY CORP · License: SEA3915677

PEDRO & CARY in Tampa, FL has 21 inspections on record with 142 total violations (6.8 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

21Inspections

142Violations

1Closures

Data current as of June 13, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for PEDRO & CARY
Date	Reason	Reopened
Jul 13, 2022	Roach activity	08:59:00

Inspection History (21)

Jun 13, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Apr 9, 2025 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

Dec 11, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 17, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Jul 24, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 21, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jul 14, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Sep 20, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 19, 2021 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 5, 2020 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Jul 28, 2020 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 4, 2020 — Complaint Full· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

May 12, 2017 — Routine - Food· 9 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 8, 2016 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

PEDRO & CARY has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Hillsborough County average of 0.16 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.8 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.43.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has PEDRO & CARY had?: PEDRO & CARY has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has PEDRO & CARY ever been shut down?: Yes, PEDRO & CARY has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at PEDRO & CARY?: The most frequently cited violations at PEDRO & CARY are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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