BOLAY
402 S DALE MABRY HWY, Tampa FL 33609 · 813-836-7824
Last inspected Jul 1, 2026 · 12 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 39 points better than where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tofu at 126F at time of inspection
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 1, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a pink slime inside of ice machine bin at time of inspection
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plug missing at dumpster at time of inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled squeeze bottle on main buffet line. Operator had label made for oil bottle.
Jan 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 15, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed dish machine temperature at 146 after multiple cycles with two different thermometers. Instructed used of 3 compartment sink for sanitizing at time of inspection.
Jul 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection.
Jul 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection.
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed dish machine high temperature sanitation at 150.4 at time of inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a pink mold like slime inside ice machine bin at time of inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on shelf over prep table. Employee moved drink to manager desk during inspection.
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on food pans stored on shelves at time of inspection
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in mop bucket. Operator hung mop to dry during inspection.
Sep 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 22, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dish machine not sanitizing properly at time of visit. Temperature at 148F
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Dumpster drain plug missing at time of inspection
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed zucchini stored over cut vegetables in walk in at time of inspection
Aug 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dish machine not sanitizing properly at time of visit. Temperature at 148F
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Operator unable to provide parasite destruction for fish that a customer can request undercooked. Menu has consumer advisory about undercooked product including salmon.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tofu at 126F at time of inspection
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on ceiling times in kitchen at time of insoection
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on prep table next to employee prepping beef.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on prep table in kitchen at time of inspection
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on metal food containers stored on shelves in kitchen at time of inspection
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in mushroom seasoning at time of inspection.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Dumpster drain plug missing at time of inspection
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in kitchen at time of inspection
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label residue on plastic food containers stored on shelf at time of inspection
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid opened at time of inspection
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed zucchini stored over cut vegetables in walk in at time of inspection
Mar 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen
Mar 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine temping at 145 with both inspectors high temp thermometer and operators high temp thermometer
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink near dish room blocked by garbage can. Operator moved can during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in kitchen
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on counter with storage of togo containers.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees purse and car keys on station with togo single service containers.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Food containers on shelves near office
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed togo containers in kitchen not stored inverted.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator moved wash cloth to dirty linen container.
Nov 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Machine only reaching 145 during wash cycle. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization (3-compartment sink) until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -Operator called ECOLAB during inspection. ECOLAB showed up during inspection. Machine reads 167F at time of inspection
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink mold like substance in ice machine during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in prep room near ovens
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on pans in kitchen/dry storage.
Open dumpster lid. Observed open lid on dumpster during inspection. Operator closed lid.
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