When was Tacos Esthers in Tampa last inspected?

Tacos Esthers in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Tacos Esthers in Tampa?

The most frequently cited violations at Tacos Esthers in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Equipment condition, Proper hand/arm washing.

How many health inspections has Tacos Esthers in Tampa had?

Tacos Esthers in Tampa has had 5 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Tacos Esthers in Tampa find?

Tacos Esthers in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 23, 2026 with 10 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Tacos Esthers in Tampa ever been shut down?

No, Tacos Esthers in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

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 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 V21 (Time as control) mean?

Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.

Tacos Esthers in Tampa

Last inspected: April 23, 2026

2115 E Hillsborough Ave Unit 105, Tampa, FL 33610

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Esther's Cafe LLC
DBPR License: SEA3919275

Overview

Tacos Esthers, a 28-seat permanent food service establishment in Tampa, has accumulated 17 violations across 4 inspections since May 2024, averaging 4.3 violations per inspection—below the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have included employee health policy failures (cited twice), improper hand and arm washing, food contact surface violations (cited in 3 of the last 4 inspections), food in good condition, and shell stock requirements. The most recent inspection on October 28, 2025 documented 9 violations including multiple food contact surface issues and consumer advisory failures, but was completed with no further action required. The facility has not experienced emergency closure.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

5Inspections

27Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: April 23, 2026

Tacos Esthers in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 5.4 violations / inspection 5.4 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

Tacos Esthers in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (5)

2026 — 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority

Apr 23, 2026 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

2025 — 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority

Oct 28, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Feb 24, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

2024 — 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority

Sep 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 1, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Tacos Esthers in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos Esthers in Tampa last inspected?: Tacos Esthers in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Tacos Esthers in Tampa?: The most frequently cited violations at Tacos Esthers in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Equipment condition, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Tacos Esthers in Tampa had?: Tacos Esthers in Tampa has had 5 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tacos Esthers in Tampa find?: Tacos Esthers in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 23, 2026 with 10 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Tacos Esthers in Tampa ever been shut down?: No, Tacos Esthers in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 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 V21 (Time as control) mean?: Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.