FLAMING MOUNTAIN
13520 UNIVERSITY PLAZA ST, Tampa FL 33613 · 813-609-8888
Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event. Provided manager a copy of procedures. Manager posted written procedures.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022059108 | Dec 6, 2022 | Mar 8, 2023 | $400 |
| 3--2022041102 | Aug 11, 2022 | Feb 10, 2023 | $600 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon skewers over mushroom skewers. Employee corrected storage.
No soap provided at handwash sink in the back near the three compartment sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in prep area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris in the reach in coolers.
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in the back area.
Dec 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw squid and beef in the reach in cooler. Discussed proper storage.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a strainer blocking the handwashing sink in the back area. Employee removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels or soap at the handwashing sink in the back. Manager added paper towel.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the prep tables. Discussed replacing them.
Jul 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards on the flip top unit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee was able to provide paper towels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with no label when asked and employee stated it was sanitizer.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top unit and the dish drying area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons used to serve rice in a cup of water temping at 84F.
Feb 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork skewers being stored over tofu and veggie skewers. Discussed proper storage with employees.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards on the prep tables and in the dish storing rack.
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 paper towel or hand soap at the handwashing sink near the three compartment sink. Manager replaced paper towel.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in the bin of sugar.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on the prep tables and in the dish storing rack with many cut marks.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks being stored on the shelves above the prep table and three compartment sink.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons used to scoop rice in standing water temping 68F.
Oct 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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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 written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event. Provided manager a copy of procedures. Manager posted written procedures.
No paper towels/soap or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap or paper towels at the hand wash sink on the cook line.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a bottle with chemical cleaner with no label. Manager had an employee label the bottle.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with cut marks all throughout them on the cook line and prep table in the back prep area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in the back area next to the cook line.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster observed. Provided manager with a copy. Manger posted sign.
Open dumpster lid. Observed an open dumpster lid. Manager closed the lid.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed a sanitizer bucket used to wipe down the tables testing at 0ppm. Employee changed the bucket out and re-tested at 50ppm. Employee stated that they change out the sanitizer buckets every 2 hours.
Mar 26, 2024Inspection 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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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Cook line and by three compartment sink. Operator replaced soap.
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap in dispenser located next to three compartment sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
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.