FRONT PORCH GRILL
5924 N FLORIDA AVE, Tampa FL 33604 · 8132375511
Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed a fly land on a raw beef patty in prep kitchen area. Also observed 3 flies in prep kitchen area. Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018019896 | Mar 7, 2018 | Jul 17, 2018 | $600 |
| 3--2016042073 | Aug 12, 2016 | Dec 7, 2016 | $400 |
| 3--2015013542 | Dec 18, 2014 | May 27, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle in dish room.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in bulk sugar. Operator removed
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink over prep reach in on cooks line.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Floors in kitchen.
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed chef knives in hand wash sink by back door at time of inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle stored at host stand at time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on walk in cooler floor at time of inspection.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on food container lid stored on shelf in kitchen at time of inspection.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid is open at time of inspection
May 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Saul Martinez Executive Chef
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Near stove
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
May 14, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed a fly land on a raw beef patty in prep kitchen area. Also observed 3 flies in prep kitchen area. Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed a fly land on a raw beef patty in prep kitchen area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on prep line reach-in-cooler and large ice machine
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed raw chicken thawing out in hand sink near back kitchen door. Operator placed inside walk-in-cooler. Also observed operator fill water picture with water at hand sink near dish.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. 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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Front kitchen and walk-in-cooler area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout back kitchen area
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Cooksline underneath hand sink Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Cooksline
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cooksline
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Kitchen area
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed 4 flies in kitchen prep area.
Stored food not covered. Observed in walk-in-cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Dec 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Large ice machine
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 employees working at time of inspection
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Large pots on top shelf in kitchen not inverted
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cooking equipment
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jun 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen near stoves
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Back kitchen area
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Near back kitchen door
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed outside
Jun 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in-cooler underneath microwave in kitchen Beef (48 F - Cold Holding); Chicken (49 F - Cold Holding); Sliced tomatoes (51 F - Cold Holding); Pork (48 F - Cold Holding); Cheese (52 F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (52 F - Cold Holding); reach-in-cooler near oven Beef (42 F - Cold Holding); Chicken (41 F - Cold Holding); Sliced tomatoes (42 F - Cold Holding); Butter (43 F - Cold Holding); Cheese (41 F - Cold Holding); Cut leafy greens (43 F - Cold Holding)
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen near stoves
No soap provided at handwash sink. Near back kitchen door
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Back kitchen area
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of potatoes on floor underneath shelf in walk-in-cooler
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Near back kitchen door
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Screened in window on cooksline
Stored food not covered. Observed in walk-in-cooler
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed outside
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 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 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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Hood filters missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
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.