Plato Latino
202 E Bearss Ave, Tampa, FL 33613 · Permanent Food Service · License 3916172
What drove the grade
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Aug 20 routine inspection1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 4 basic (2 repeats)-15
- Safety score85
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 2 visitsRoutine inspection
- Follow-up visitSep 9, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
5 earlier violations still noted, but not enough to need another visit:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
High priority1
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.
More time given
Basic4
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
More time given
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
More time given
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on flip top unit in front service area.
More time given
Code 38, Lighting: Light shield missing in kitchen near the stove.
More time given
- First visitAug 20, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
6 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.
Observed house storage containers being used to store dry rice in the dry storage rack. Discussed proper storage.
Intermediate1
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: 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 & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing proof for employees working with food in front service area and kitchen line.
Basic4
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Repeat violation
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Observed several employee drinks being stored on the prep table. Employee removed.
Fixed on the spot
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on flip top unit in front service area.
Repeat violation
Code 38, Lighting: Light shield missing in kitchen near the stove.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.