Urban Cantina in Tampa
Last inspected:
200 E Madison St, Tampa, FL 33602Urban Cantina in Tampa has accumulated 580 violations across 44 inspections since 2016, averaging 13.2 per visit. The restaurant has received two disciplinary actions totaling $200 in fines. Recent inspections show a pattern of repeated compliance issues, with back-to-back warnings and callbacks from July 2025 through March 2026, including an administrative complaint in March 2026 citing 7 high-priority violations. Fire safety records document scorch marks around an electrical outlet in the back prep area and citations for a 77-seat-to-129-seat expansion.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Urban Cantina in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
13.2
violations / inspection
13.2 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Urban Cantina in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021056767 | $200.00 | Oct 5, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2022031156 | — | N/A | — |
Urban Cantina in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : increase in seating from 77 to 129. For reporting purpose only.' - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: **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.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : increase in seating from 77 to 129. For reporting purpose only.' - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-18: **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 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: increase in seating from 77 to 129. For reporting purpose 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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. By back prep area where cans are stored.
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.
Urban Cantina in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (44)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 7 inspections37 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 5 inspections58 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections33 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections39 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 9 inspections88 violations · 39 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections36 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Urban Cantina in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Urban Cantina in Tampa last inspected?
- Urban Cantina in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Urban Cantina in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Urban Cantina in Tampa are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Urban Cantina in Tampa had?
- Urban Cantina in Tampa has had 44 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Urban Cantina in Tampa find?
- Urban Cantina in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Urban Cantina in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Urban Cantina 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
- Has Urban Cantina in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Urban Cantina in Tampa has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Urban Cantina in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Urban Cantina in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Urban Cantina in Tampa been fined?
- Urban Cantina in Tampa has been fined a total of $200.00 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).
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