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FAT WILLIE'S FISH CAMP

1912 MAIN ST, Valrico FL 33594 · (813)685-1940

Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats125
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3901081
Grade history
APR 24
JAN 25
JUN 25
JAN 26
MAY 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Coleslaw held on ice at 60F. Operator added more ice to cover the depth of the coleslaw container.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Jul 8, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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. 1 food handler certificate expired.
Intermediate/53B-14-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 8, 2026 · Time Extended
May 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towel covering cut lettuce in wait station cooler. Operator replaced with wax paper.
High priority/14-86-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Stephanie Hodges, expired 4/15/2026
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
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. 1 food handler certificate expired.
Intermediate/53B-14-5/Warning
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 breading. Operator placed correctly.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of takeout cups on floor in storage area. Operator placed on shelf.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Jan 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Coleslaw held on ice at 60F. Operator added more ice to cover the depth of the coleslaw container.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink in breading station. Operator replaced towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Mahi fillets in unopened reduced oxygen packaging thawing in sink. Operator removed from packaging.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Chest freezer lid hinges broken.
Basic/14-11-5
Jun 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Prepared coleslaw in walk in cooler not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed in silverware containers at expo.
Basic/24-05-4
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Basic/13-07-4
Equipment in poor repair. Clean dish shelves rusted.
Basic/14-11-5
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade rusty, buildup of food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator advisory, posted.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed near coffee maker. Manager removed
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with buildup of grease over griddle
Basic/23-03-4
Apr 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
Basic/36-12-4
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Basic/24-18-4
Nov 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. On prep area
High priority/41-10-4
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Dish room
Basic/36-08-4

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.