ALEZ CARIBBEAN BISTRO LLC

Name: ALEZ CARIBBEAN BISTRO LLC
Address: 1428 E FLETCHER AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33612, US
Rating: 62.6

1428 E FLETCHER AVE, TAMPA, FL 33612

License #3917195

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62.6 Grade F / 100

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ALEZ CARIBBEAN BISTRO LLC in TAMPA currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 62.6 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 4 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 10, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 40 total violations — 7 critical, 14 major, 19 minor.

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[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reaching cooler has stains and is no longer cleanable.
[32-12-6] Covered waste receptacle not provided in womens bathroom.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at the top of door leading from kitchen to back building.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
[53B-02-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
[14-71-4] Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape used to fix lid of white reach in freezer.

Administrative complaint recommended
[01B-01-4] Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked vegetables, cooked rice has no date markings inside refrigerator.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reaching cooler has stains and is no longer cleanable.
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
[53B-02-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
[12B-13-4] Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee bottle, water, and baby bottle stored in double door refrigerator in kitchen.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap in mens bathroom.
[35A-05-4] Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches live roach on kitchen floor. Employee eradicated, clean and sanitized area.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink in mens bathroom.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. goat (67F - Cold Holding) rice (49F - Cold Holding) cooked vegetables (49F - Cold Holding) operator discarded food.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. goat (67F - Cold Holding) rice (49F - Cold Holding) cooked vegetables (49F - Cold Holding) operator discarded food.
[14-71-4] Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape used to fix lid of white reach in freezer.

Emergency order recommended
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. goat (60F - Cold Holding); chicken (55F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (56F - Cold Holding); cooked turkey (54F - Cold Holding)
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach in cooler has stains.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside reach in cooler have buildup of black-mold like substance.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked rice has no date markings inside refrigerator in kitchen area.
[14-71-4] Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Reach in freezer lid is covered in black duct tape.
[35A-04-4] Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 rodent droppings inside display case in lobby. 11 rodent droppings underneath handwashing sink in kitchen area. 2 rodent droppings in lobby.
[53B-02-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
[11-27-4] 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.
[35A-03-4] Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach inside display case in lobby. 2 dead roaches inside 3 compartment sink. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor. 1 dead roach in lobby. 2 dead roaches on lobby walls.

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