BEEF 'O' BRADY'S PALMA CEIA
2819 S MACDILL AVE, Tampa FL 33629 · 813-835-9464
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
FEB 24
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MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found 1 fly underneath reach in cooler by fryer station.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021029592 | Jun 17, 2021 | Jul 27, 2021 | $400 |
| 3--2018052289 | Sep 19, 2018 | Nov 7, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on stacked food containers stored on shelf near back door at time of inspection. @
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed broken clear food containers stored on shelves near back door at time of inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up around door to walk in freezer.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 can of pizza sauce dented on rim at time of inspection
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine sanitizer testing at 0ppm at time of inspection. Employee primed dish machine sanitizer during inspection. End sanitizer level at 100ppm
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards on cooks line are stained at time of inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle of blue liquid stored in dining room at time of inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed opened Gatorade drink on prep table next to plastic wrap in kitchen at time of inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. - Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in kitchen at time of inspection
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen floor soiled with old food debris and oil around kitchen equipment at time of inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles in kitchen at time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil stored on floor next to managers office door at time of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets are soiled at time of inspection.
Feb 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine is soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles are soiled in kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing underneath grill.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Underside of lid in small reach in cooler next to fryer has exposed installation.
Feb 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher tested 0ppm of chlorine. Had a discussion with operator about using the three compartment sink until dishwasher is sanitizing and working properly.
Live, small flying insects found 1 fly underneath reach in cooler by fryer station.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. ground beef (46F - Cold Holding) raw chicken (60F - Cold Holding) cooked chicken (61F - Cold Holding) cooked beef (60F - Cold Holding) corn beef (58F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ground beef (46F - Cold Holding) raw chicken (60F - Cold Holding) cooked chicken (61F - Cold Holding) cooked beef (60F - Cold Holding) corn beef (58F - Cold Holding)
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Dishwasher tested 0ppm of chlorine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Gravy cooked and held longer then 24 hours has no date markings inside double door refrigerator in back kitchen area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine is soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles are soiled in kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing underneath grill.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Underside of lid in small reach in cooler next to fryer has exposed installation.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler next to fryer has buildup of old food debris. Owner cleaned out reach in cooler.
Aug 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. No dates marking on chicken tenders inside walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine is soiled with black-mold like substance.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles are soiled in kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in front of grill.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall underneath 3 compartment sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in small reach in freezer next to refrigerator.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave is soiled with old food debris on cooks line.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Underside of lid in small reach in cooler next to fryer has exposed installation.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor underneath grill has grease buildup.
Apr 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets inside reach in cooler next to fryer are torn and soiled.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor underneath grill has grease buildup.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in front of grill.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall underneath 3 compartment sink.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Lid on reach in cooler next to grill has exposed underside.
Feb 15, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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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. Ewa Philips. Travis Sostillio. Nancy N.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets inside reach in cooler next to fryer are torn and soiled.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor underneath grill has grease buildup.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in front of grill.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic containers on shelves housing clean dishes have broken edges.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall underneath 3 compartment sink.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Lid on reach in cooler next to grill has exposed underside.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient air thermometer inside reach in cooler across from grill.
Feb 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored overtop cooked pork inside reach in cooler on speed cart.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Rotten chicken breast stored inside reach in cooler on cooks line.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken 45F. Cooked beef 58F. Cooked chicken 47F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 45F. Cooked beef 58F. Cooked chicken 47F.
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.
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. Ewa Philips. Travis Sostillio. Nancy N.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Chicken on speed cart that has thawed has no date markings.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef,chicken, inside reach in cooler across from grill held longer then 24 hours has no date markings.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on food preparation table across from spice rack.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets inside reach in cooler next to fryer are torn and soiled.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor underneath grill has grease buildup.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in front of grill.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic containers on shelves housing clean dishes have broken edges.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall underneath 3 compartment sink.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Lid on reach in cooler next to grill has exposed underside.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient air thermometer inside reach in cooler across from grill.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have buildup of grease.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bag of chicken thawing in food preparation sink without running water.
Aug 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Rice cooked 08-21-2023 cold holding at 51F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice cooked 08-21-2023 cold holding at 51F.
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.
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. Emailed operator updated education packet.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Raw beef,raw chicken,raw fish. No date markers.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Tape used to repair reach in cooler lid on cooks line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor underneath grill are soiled with buildup of grease.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles underneath grill are missing.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have buildup of grease overtop fryer's.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored inside reach in cooler on cooks line. Manager removed and properly stored drink.
Stored food not covered. Stored raw beef not covered inside walk in cooler.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.