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FRESH FLAME

10817 N 56 ST, Tampa FL 33617

Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats35
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3915780
Grade history
OCT 23
MAR 24
NOV 24
MAR 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Apr 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ready to rice and fruits. Manager corrected storage.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents/ floors/floor tiles/ walls soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust soiled ceiling tiles in the kitchen. Observed missing floor tiles near the handwashing sink. Observed dust build up on the walls in the kitchen. Observed missing ceiling tile in the kitchen near the three compartment sink.
Basic/36-34-5
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Nov 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed the handwashing sink next to the door with no paper towels, or soap. Employee was able to replace the paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee's keys on the prep table. Employee removed the keys and stored correctly.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor, ceiling tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with dust and food debris. Observed broken floor tiles in the kitchen next to the handwashing sink. Observed the wall soiled with build up dust.
Basic/36-17-5
Food stored on floor. Observed a box of lamb being stored on the floor in the freezer. Employee placed the box 6 inches off the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves and unsealed wood in the shelves in the walk in cooler.
Basic/14-17-4
Apr 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 1, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make line cooler: diced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); garlic sauce (47F - Cold Holding); chickpease (47F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 1, 2024 · Make line cooler- cold holding chickpeas 46f, diced tomatoes 48f, sliced tomatoes 49f, garlic sauce 45f, yogurt 46f Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 1, 2024 · Time Extended
Mar 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented cans present. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-01-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make line cooler: diced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); garlic sauce (47F - Cold Holding); chickpease (47F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Looked at site plans and hand sink to left side of kitchen entrance was removed by AC unit. Observed plumbing connections and hand washing sign on wall next to AC
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Or hand washing sign at hand sink by front counter
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
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. Safe staff card expired for employee 8-20-2023
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current license expired 2-1-2024 but account is current
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Damaged food not properly segregated. Can of dented cucumbers in brine on canned storage rack
Basic/08B-20-4/Warning
Oct 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen food product stored in plastic grocery bags inside walk in freezer.
High priority/14-31-5
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over lemons in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of windex next to container of mayonnaise.
High priority/41-10-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Food stored on floor. 4 buckets of Tahini (sesame seeds) stored on floor next to walk in cooler Three bottles of cooking oil on floor next to office. Several sleeves of cups on floor in storage area. Several bags of food product on walk in freezer floor underneath rack.
Basic/08B-38-4

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.