Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
7507 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL 33604Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa has accumulated 420 violations across 47 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.9 per visit. The facility was shut down four times for roach activity and lack of handwashing sinks. Fire inspections documented a critical repeat violation in 2024: cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors with no hood suppression system installed. The restaurant has faced 5 disciplinary actions totaling $3,560 in fines, with recurring citations for food contact surfaces, utensil cleanliness, and ventilation.
Most recent closure: May 30, 2023 for no handwashing sink.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
8.8
violations / inspection
8.8 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
4
emergency closures
4 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (4)
Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $3,560.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023032912 | $1,200.00 | May 30, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2021029812 | $800.00 | Jun 7, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2019058641 | $400.00 | Nov 6, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2017039062 | $800.00 | Aug 7, 2017 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2016052077 | $360.00 | Oct 28, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed operator cooking large quantities of pork on burner with out hood located next to walk-in-cooler **Repeat Violation**
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
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.
Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (48)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections20 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 8 inspections59 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections34 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections32 violations · 13 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 8 inspections75 violations · 41 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 21 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 5 inspections29 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa last shut down?
- Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa was last shut down on May 30, 2023 for no handwashing sink. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa had?
- Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa has had 48 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa find?
- Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 28, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa has been emergency-closed 4 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- 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 Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,560.00 in fines.
- How much has Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa has been fined a total of $3,560.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Pisco Bar & Restaurant in Tampa operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Wings & Buckets (2017).
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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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