Mango, Hillsborough County

LA ISLA CAFE INC

11206 E MARTIN LUTHER KING BLVD, Mango, FL 33584

FoodSeating
Latest violations
5
1 High Priority
Feb 17, 2025
City
Mango
County
Hillsborough
Status
Closed
Inspections
12

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Feb 17, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 5

50-17-3

Detail 23558708

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2025

53B-13-5

Detail 23558710

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Certificate missing for Darlene

36-37-5

Detail 23558711

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles by front prep counter and back kitchen and ware washing areas

36-62-4

Detail 23558709

Basic - Light not functioning. Several lights out in dining room and a few lights out in kitchen Repeat Violation

36-30-4

Detail 23558707

Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed missing tile on wall by right side of three compartment sink

Dec 3, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 4Total: 4

14-11-5

Detail 23393394

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Rusted racks in storage Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 23393393

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors /walls/ ceiling Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall hole Under counter at presser Cove molding in kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Time Extended

36-62-4

Detail 23393392

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. Observed several lights out in dining room. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Time Extended

51-18-6

Detail 23393391

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Time Extended

Oct 3, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 6

53A-01-7

Detail 23224015

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Darlene Hernandez Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Time Extended

14-11-5

Detail 23224016

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Rusted racks in storage Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 23224014

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors /walls/ ceiling Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall hole Under counter at presser Cove molding in kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Time Extended

36-62-4

Detail 23224018

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. Observed several lights out in dining room. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Time Extended

51-18-6

Detail 23224019

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Time Extended

32-17-4

Detail 23224017

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. On men's bathroom door Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Time Extended

Oct 1, 2024

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 3Basic: 13Total: 20

35A-05-4

Detail 23214604

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on counter by hand sink next to espresso machine. Warning

35A-04-4

Detail 23214590

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 droppings on floor under clean pans rack 2 dropping under racks in non working walk in cooler 7 droppings under 3compartment sink Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 23214596

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler: cold holding cut lettuce 49- 51 , Three door reach in cooler :cold holding cut lettuce 49- 51 , sliced ham 57, stuffed potato 57, ambient air raw shell eggs 67, black beans 57, raw pork 51, raw chicken 51, bacon 44, sliced American 61, sliced Swiss 58, sweet plantains ambient air 60, Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 23214595

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler: cold holding cut lettuce 49- 51 , Three door reach in cooler :cold holding cut lettuce 49- 51 , sliced ham 57, stuffed potato 57, ambient air raw shell eggs 67, black beans 57, raw pork 51, raw chicken 51, bacon 44, sliced American 61, sliced Swiss 58 Warning

22-02-4

Detail 23214602

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior three door reach in cooler Warning

53A-01-7

Detail 23214594

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Darlene Hernandez Warning

05-10-4

Detail 23214593

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Warning

32-02-4

Detail 23214597

Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Men's restroom door Warning

51-11-4

Detail 23214601

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In kitchen Warning

35A-03-4

Detail 23214605

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under ac handler 1 dead roach on walk in cooler door 2 dead roaches by hot water heater Warning

40-06-5

Detail 23214603

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone, keys and money on prep cooler. Warning

14-11-5

Detail 23214591

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Rusted racks in storage Warning

36-24-5

Detail 23214592

Basic - Floors /walls/ ceiling Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall hole Under counter at presser Cove molding in kitchen Warning

10-01-5

Detail 23214598

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In sugar container Warning

36-62-4

Detail 23214607

Basic - Light not functioning. Observed several lights out in dining room. Warning

51-18-6

Detail 23214599

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Warning

14-47-4

Detail 23214606

Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Unsealed wood in kitchen Warning

32-17-4

Detail 23214608

Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. On men's bathroom door Warning

29-49-6

Detail 23214609

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Three door reach in cooler Warning

29-19-4

Detail 23214600

Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Standing water in mop sink Warning

Feb 1, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 4

50-17-3

Detail 22610298

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2024. Manager renewed and new expiration date is 2-1-2025 Corrected On-Site

11-27-4

Detail 22610299

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed to manager Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

51-13-4

Detail 22610297

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to manager Corrective Action Taken

29-03-4

Detail 22610296

Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. From ice machine drain pipe

Nov 21, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 4

11-27-4

Detail 22459180

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-21: Time Extended

31B-05-4

Detail 22459182

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working properly, paper towels barely coming out Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-21: Time Extended

36-36-4

Detail 22459181

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tiles missing by back door Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-21: Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 22459183

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. In dish area Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-21: Time Extended

Nov 8, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

Intermediate: 7Basic: 3Total: 10

11-27-4

Detail 22431150

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Warning

27-19-4

Detail 22431144

Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. By front counter Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 22431151

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by dish area is clogged and not able to be used Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 22431142

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand sink by front counter Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 22431148

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

11-26-1

Detail 22431143

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Warning

31B-05-4

Detail 22431146

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working properly, paper towels barely coming out Warning

36-36-4

Detail 22431145

Basic - Ceiling tiles missing by back door Repeat Violation Warning

36-24-5

Detail 22431149

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. In dish area Warning

35B-02-4

Detail 22431147

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper on top of serving line Warning

Aug 23, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 2Total: 2

36-36-4

Detail 22225146

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. At back door Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-23: Time Extended

36-30-4

Detail 22225147

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Ware washing area wall Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-23: Time Extended

Jun 21, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 2Total: 6

08A-04-5

Detail 22072458

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw eggs over vegetables, green peppers in reach cooler Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 22072456

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cups in front counter hand sink Warning

53A-01-7

Detail 22072453

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 22072454

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

36-36-4

Detail 22072455

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. At back door Warning

36-30-4

Detail 22072457

Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Ware washing area wall Warning

Dec 6, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 7Total: 8

31A-11-4

Detail 21611606

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as a dump sink for coffee grounds

22-20-5

Detail 21611600

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink slime in ice machine

51-11-4

Detail 21611599

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 1 CO2 tank not secured at service station

29-18-4

Detail 21611602

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed missing at mop sink

36-64-5

Detail 21611605

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed in mop sink and dish pit

06-01-5

Detail 21611603

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawing at room temperature on prep table across from fryer Corrected-observed employee place in cooler Corrected On-Site

36-30-4

Detail 21611604

Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed a portion of the dry wall is exposed in the dish pit above the mop sink

02D-01-5

Detail 21611601

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk sugar not labeled on service line Corrected -observed employee label Corrected On-Site

Jan 11, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 3Total: 3

10-20-4

Detail 20776671

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Oven

21-12-4

Detail 20776670

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table

02D-01-5

Detail 20776672

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt

Aug 9, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 5

31A-11-4

Detail 20409917

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Getting water from handsink for cooking Corrective Action Taken

40-06-5

Detail 20409914

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone moved Corrected On-Site

06-06-5

Detail 20409916

Basic - Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid.

25-06-4

Detail 20409918

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Styrofoam containers on front counter

29-20-5

Detail 20409915

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. sink next to three compartment sink