BOMBA'S HOME COOKING LLC
413 ELM ST, Welaka FL 32193 · 386-866-4047
Last inspected Jun 29, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches crawling on floor near ice machine. Observed one live roach crawling on floor under flip-top cooler in kitchen.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 25, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In the reach in freezer, aluminum wrapped raw ground beef over commercially packaged raw shrimp over ziplock bag of ready to eat frozen spinach mix. Operator began rearranging storage levels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. In the flip top reach in cooler closest the front counter, tuna salad prepared 6/10. Operator removed to discard.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the standup reach in cooler opposite the three compartment sink, pea salad (54F - Cold Holding); cooked squash (55F - Cold Holding); beef roast (54F - Cold Holding); beef trimmings (55F - Cold Holding). Per operator had door propped open while filling up cook line reach in coolers.
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. At time of inspection no proof of food handler training available.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Spinach dip prepared on Monday in reach in cooler missing product date marking.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Styrofoam portion cups used as scoop in multiple items in reach in cooler. Discussed scoop with handles with operator.
Dead roaches on premises. In dry storage area, two dead roaches observed on floor by hand wash sink and four in the corner of the room by storage shelf and wall on the floor. Operator swept and discarded all dead roaches observed and has had professional pest control out for treatment.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Unwashed/not cooked potatoes in bulk container in employee restroom.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoops for steam table in standing water of 83F, discussed with operator alternative options.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of single service bags and food wrap stored on floor in storage closet.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board of cook line reach in cooler.
Jan 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the cook line flip top reach in cooler, raw ground beef over ready to eat broccoli. Operator relocated.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Open container of milk from Monday missing product date marking. Discussed with operator.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On storage shelf by three compartment sink, employee drink over clean utensils. Operator relocated.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean containers stacked while wet in ware washing area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on clean prep table. Operator relocated.
Jun 20, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ At time of inspection no proof of any certified food manager for the establishment.
Jun 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 4, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 6/1/2024.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches crawling on floor near ice machine. Observed one live roach crawling on floor under flip-top cooler in kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 11 dead roaches on floor in combined dish washing and ice storage area.
May 20, 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 Intermediate0 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ At time of inspection no proof of any certified food manager for the establishment.
Mar 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over prepared coleslaw in the standup reach in cooler on the main cook line. Operator relocated the raw shell eggs.
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 bodily fluid clean up kit or written procedures available. Inspector provided written procedures.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board in front of the smoker has build up of food residue staining. Can opener in prep area has debris on the blade. Employee cleaned the can opener blade.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ At time of inspection no proof of any certified food manager for the establishment.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. In the storage prep room, clean pots and containers not stored inverted on the shelves. Employee inverted all clean containers.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jackets stored hanging over clean plates and single service trays on shelf by expo line.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lid open, per operator in the process of replacing dumpster lid.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In the office storage area, single service paper towels and food trays stored on the floor.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board by smoker and by expo line. Sanitizer solution at 0ppm quaternary, operator added extra sanitizer tablet to 100ppm.
Oct 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Missing drain plug at dumpster. Issuing at dumpster.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service items stored on floor in storage shed.
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.