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BOLAY

1544 W BRANDON BLVD UNIT 102, Brandon FL 33511 · 813-412-5085

Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats67
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3918756
Grade history
SEP 25
APR 26
MAY 26
MAY 26
JUL 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches under printer in kitchen. 1 live roach on wall next to safe in kitchen. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
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★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2026039958May 28, 2026Jun 25, 2026$200

Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Jul 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Food debris in front hand sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Multiple plastic and metal containers on clean dish shelves.
Basic/24-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Door gaskets on reach in cooler door.
Basic/23-03-4
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed limes over ready to eat items in walk in cooler. Operator moved limes.
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
May 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 28, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches under printer in kitchen. 1 live roach on wall next to safe in kitchen. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in front of safe in kitchen. 3 dead roach on floor under printer in kitchen. 1 dead roach on wall behind printer in kitchen. 1 dead roach in cabinet above computer in kitchen. 1 dead roach on cooks line near across from oven. 1 dead roach on cooks line under shelf. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 1, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container with utensils stored in front counter hand sink. Operator removed items.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Multiple metal and plastic pans in clean dish storage.
Basic/24-08-4
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle touching food in bulk spice container. Operator placed correctly.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed labels and rewashed.
Basic/16-46-4/Corrected On-Site
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed stored on work surface with food items. Operator placed on shelf.
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed grape tomatoes stored over ready to eat items in walk in cooler. Operator moved tomatoes to lower shelf.
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator placed on shelf.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Sep 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink at dish area blocked by boxes and cart. Manager moved items.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Apr 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 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.
Intermediate/22-56-4/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Speaker on box of mirin. Manager removed
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Manager removed to dish.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. High temperature measuring device not used to check dishwasher final rinse temperature.
Intermediate/16-33-4
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. Dishwasher only reaching 138F final rinse temperature.Had a discussion with operator about using the three compartment sink until dishwasher is sanitizing and working properly.
Intermediate/22-56-4/Warning
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Basic/16-55-4/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on warmer handle on back line by hand washing sink. Employee removed tongs and placed at dishwasher.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wet cloth stored underneath cutting board on front line.
Basic/21-04-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting inside mop sink.
Basic/42-01-4
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Basic/36-22-4
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed missing at hand sink on service line Observed employee replace
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on reachin cooler handles Observed employee remove
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site

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.