FLAME BBQ & SOULFOOD
1521 45 ST, Mangonia Park FL 33407
Last inspected May 23, 2026 · 15 visits since August 2023
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
5 inspections, swinging between D and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach found crawling up the wall behind the clean pots and pans rack.
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Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 5 small flying insects flying around at cook line. Approximately 2 small live flying insects flying around in entry hallway. Approximately 3 small live flying insects landing on cooked on cooked pork sitting on cutting board. Approximately 7 small live flying insects flying around at kitchen prep area; 3 of which landed on pan with raw pork. Approximately 2 small live flying insects landing on single service items on Cook line. Approximately 6 small live flying insects on ceiling tiles at cook line. Approximately 8 small live flying insects on floor between prep area and dry storage area. Approximately 2 live flies flying around in smoker area of kitchen. Discussed with operator to eliminate all flying insects and clean and sanitize all areas.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 5 small flying insects flying around at cook line. Approximately 2 small live flying insects flying around in entry hallway. Approximately 3 small live flying insects landing on cooked on cooked pork sitting on cutting board. Approximately 7 small live flying insects flying around at kitchen prep area; 3 of which landed on pan with raw pork. Approximately 2 small live flying insects landing on single service items on Cook line. Approximately 6 small live flying insects on ceiling tiles at cook line. Approximately 8 small live flying insects on floor between prep area and dry storage area. Approximately 2 live flies flying around in smoker area of kitchen. Discussed with operator to eliminate all flying insects and clean and sanitize all areas.
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 5 small flying insects flying around at cook line. Approximately 2 small live flying insects flying around in entry hallway. Approximately 3 small live flying insects landing on cooked on cooked pork sitting on cutting board. Approximately 7 small live flying insects flying around at kitchen prep area; 3 of which landed on pan with raw pork. Approximately 2 small live flying insects landing on single service items on Cook line. Approximately 6 small live flying insects on ceiling tiles at cook line. Approximately 8 small live flying insects on floor between prep area and dry storage area. Approximately 2 live flies flying around in smoker area of kitchen. Discussed with operator to eliminate all flying insects and clean and sanitize all areas.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler raw shell eggs stored above cooked wings, discussed with operator to correct storage of products.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. approximately 1 live roach on glue trap hanging from oven hood in kitchen prep area. Discussed with operator to eliminate live roaches and clean and sanitize areas.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. At cook line approximately 3 flies landing on cooked pork. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. At cook line: curry chicken (86F at 12:30pm- Reheating) As per operator, reheating since approximately 10 mins at microwave. Discussed with operator to reheat product to 165F+.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In hot holding cabinet cooked pork (127F - Hot Holding); cooked beans (119F - Hot Holding) As per operator products held in unit for approximately 30 minutes. Discussed with operator to reheat to 165F+.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout kitchen, walk in cooler, and bbq smoker area covered with puddle of water, discussed with operator to clean and sanitize areas.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. In kitchen fly sticker tape hung over multiple food storage and preparation areas, discussed with operator to remove.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at three compartment sink faucet.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. At cookline area- employee touched their face then engaged in food preparation without washing their hands- educated operator- employee washed their hands.
Live, small flying insects found at cookline area- approximately 3 small flying insects landing on prep counter and single service to/go containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cookline counter-Cooked chicken 58F- cold holding - food not prepared or portioned today- food left out on counter - operator placed in walk in cooler to quick chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical burners stored over container of waffle mix- operator removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At prep area handwashing sink - wiping clothes stored inside sink- operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Floor area(s) by walk in cooler and inside walk in cooler covered with standing water
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at three compartment sink faucet.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Can opener surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed mac and cheese at 2:26 with one hour to go (88F - Cooling) and 3:16 86f) Operator placed in cooler
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at cook line steam table and prep table soild with food debris.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at nonworking refrigerator at cook line
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 2 lbs of mold food in walkin refrigerator.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef, and raw fish above cooked rice in reach-in refrigerator.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed high temperature grill cleaner stored above prep sink next to conventional ovens.
Can opener surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed mac and cheese at 2:26 with one hour to go (88F - Cooling) and 3:16 86f) Operator placed in cooler
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no papper towels at hand sink at smoked room.
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.
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Operator has a candy thermometer
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at the pulled pork at was made 11/2 /25 not dated. Operator discarded
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear liquid in chemical spray bottle not labeled
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at rear kitchen near office.
Food stored on floor. Observed at walk-in freezer case of french fries on floor. Operator placed placed on shelf.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at cook line steam table and prep table soild with food debris.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at nonworking refrigerator at cook line
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Equipment in poor repair. Inside the walk in cooler, water dripping into a bus tub on the floor.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 10 live small flying insects landing on the wall around the hand sink next to the cook line by the entrance to the kitchen Approximately 10 live small flying insects landing on the trash can under the hands sink next to the cook line by the to the kitchen Approximately 50 live small flying insects landing on the desk and chairs between the front hand sink and soda machine 3 live small flying insects landing on the wall over the slushee machine in front of the cook line. Approximately 20 live small flying insects landing on the wall at the cashier between the take out windows. Approximately 15 live small flying insects landing on the trash can next to the soda premix rack next to the prep line 4 live small flying insects landing on the wall over the prep line Approximately 10 live small flying insects landing on the clean pots and pans on the rack next to the triple sink. Approximately 15 live small flying insects landing on the chemical rack in the back of the kitchen near the rear door. Approximately 10 live small flying insects on the walls of the mop sink next to the rear door in the kitchen
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach found crawling up the wall behind the clean pots and pans rack.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Equipment in poor repair. Inside the walk in cooler, water dripping into a bus tub on the floor.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 10 live small flying insects landing on the wall around the hand sink next to the cook line by the entrance to the kitchen Approximately 10 live small flying insects landing on the trash can under the hands sink next to the cook line by the to the kitchen Approximately 50 live small flying insects landing on the desk and chairs between the front hand sink and soda machine 3 live small flying insects landing on the wall over the slushee machine in front of the cook line. Approximately 20 live small flying insects landing on the wall at the cashier between the take out windows. Approximately 15 live small flying insects landing on the trash can next to the soda premix rack next to the prep line 4 live small flying insects landing on the wall over the prep line Approximately 10 live small flying insects landing on the clean pots and pans on the rack next to the triple sink. Approximately 15 live small flying insects landing on the chemical rack in the back of the kitchen near the rear door. Approximately 10 live small flying insects on the walls of the mop sink next to the rear door in the kitchen
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler, raw eggs, raw pork and raw fish stored over shredded cheese and potato salad. The operator moved the items to the bottom shelf to store properly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach found crawling up the wall behind the clean pots and pans rack.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the smoker room, no paper towels in the dispenser. Paper towels were provided.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In the ice machine, a bowl was stored inside and was being used to dispense the ice. The bowl was removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Inside the walk in cooler, water dripping into a bus tub on the floor.
Reach-in cooler interior has accumulation of soil residues.
Very slow draining water in handwash sink. At the sink in the prep area.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed stagnant water on floor of walk in cooler and on several areas of kitchen floor inside kitchen.
Observed ceiling leaking water onto floor surface in kitchen near cookline.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 Rusted cans of cut green beans (6lbs 6 oz)
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed operator handled broom then handled clean ice scoop; no hand wash. Operator washed hands and placed ice scoop to clean and sanitize.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed operator wash ice scoop at triple sink with soap; no sanitizing. Advised operator to setup sanitizer sink and sanitize scoop.
Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 10 live flies flying around in kitchen some landing on boxes of soda, clean equipments and garbage can at prep area. Approximately 7 live flies flying around between large oven and prep table in kitchen. Approximately 15 live flies flying around between ice machine and walk in cooler in kitchen. Approximately 5 live flies flying around near dry storage area and office area in kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At double door reach in cooler: raw shrimp stored above cooked wings. At walk in cooler: raw shelled eggs stored above cooked collard greens. At double door reach in cooler: raw shelled eggs stored above gravy. Advised operator to store properly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach observed in kitchen at cook line that ran under main prep table with hot holding drawers.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At double door reach in cooler: pulled pork (45F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored on counter 10 minutes prior then returned to cooler. Not prepped or portioned today. Operator placed to quick chill. At walk in cooler: cooked collard greens (73F - Cold Holding); cooked ribs (72F - Cold Holding) As per operator, both items were taken out of unit and stored on counter for approximately 3 hours prior. Not prepped or portioned today. Operator placed to quick chill.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked turkey cooked 3 days prior not date marked. Advised operator to date mark.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine heavily soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed stagnant water on floor of walk in cooler and on several areas of kitchen floor inside kitchen.
Observed ceiling leaking water onto floor surface in kitchen near cookline.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 12/01/2023
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee drinking from open foam cup without lid. Explained and manager discarded the cup.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Male employee preparing food without any hair restraint for loose head hair.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area.... 2 live flies flying around in kitchen. 1live fly, flying around at fish washing area. Employee killed
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse..... Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit....hot holding pulled pork 112°, chicken 112° in hot holding glass door hot holding box. Per operator food being held more than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit....hot holding pulled pork 112°, chicken 112° in hot holding glass door hot holding box. Per operator food being held more than 4 hours. stop sale issue. Employee discarded food.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times...big garbage can front of the handwashing sink. Employee moved.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink....all handwashing sink. Employee provided.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
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