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GRAIN AND BERRY

2784 E FOWLER AVE UNIT A, Tampa FL 33612 · 813-631-0676

Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats49
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA3918170
Grade history
NOV 23
AUG 24
JUL 25
SEP 25
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches in cabinet under hand sink in front kitchen Operator killed, cleaned and sanitized at time of inspection.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2025059764Jul 22, 2025Oct 21, 2025$400

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Aug 26, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findings
Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 25-30 flies in back kitchen area underneath food preparation sink.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · 7 live flies in back storage area by single service boxes. Time Extended
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 5 live roaches found in gloves storage compartment on front line. 1 live roach underneath espresso machine on front line. 1 live roaches on top of hot water heater.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · 1 live roach under the cabinet by sugar packet boxes.1 live roach underneath the microwave front service area. 1 live roach underneath the cabinet front line. Employee killed and removed live roaches.Time Extended Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in coolers on front line has stains.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding missing behind washer and dryer in back kitchen area.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · Time Extended
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Dead roaches on premises. 12 dead roaches underneath handwashing sink on front line. 1 dead roach on top of Avantco refrigerator on front line. 13 dead roaches behind reach in cooler on front line. 20 dead roaches in gloves storage compartment on front line. 7 dead roaches on storage shelves underneath hot holding unit on front line. 3 dead roaches on floor of front line. 5 dead roaches on hot water heater.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · 1 dead roach roach underneath the ice machine. 1 dead roach on a plate on front service line. employee removed dead roaches Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing on front line.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Basic/33-19-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck in clean dishes on shelves in back kitchen area.
Basic/16-46-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 26, 2026 · Still observed Time Extended
The state's own report →
Aug 25, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 25-30 flies in back kitchen area underneath food preparation sink.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 5 live roaches found in gloves storage compartment on front line. 1 live roach underneath espresso machine on front line. 1 live roaches on top of hot water heater.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in coolers on front line has stains.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink in back kitchen area has dirty dishes stored inside it.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding missing behind washer and dryer in back kitchen area.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 12 dead roaches underneath handwashing sink on front line. 1 dead roach on top of Avantco refrigerator on front line. 13 dead roaches behind reach in cooler on front line. 20 dead roaches in gloves storage compartment on front line. 7 dead roaches on storage shelves underneath hot holding unit on front line. 3 dead roaches on floor of front line. 5 dead roaches on hot water heater.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing on front line.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Basic/33-19-4/Warning
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug zapper stored overtop reach in cooler in front line.
Basic/35B-02-4/Warning
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck in clean dishes on shelves in back kitchen area.
Basic/16-46-4/Warning
Sep 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Splitter added to mop sink with no back-flow protection device.
High priority/29-34-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board on reach in cooler on front line has stains.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with pink chemical inside has no labeling of ingredients.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used as scoop inside granola container by handwashing sink on front line.
Basic/14-01-5
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding missing in back kitchen area by walk in cooler and dryers.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board on reach in cooler on front line has deep grooves.
Basic/14-09-4
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on top of hot water heater. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor in back kitchen area. Employee cleaned and sanitized area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee drinking while working on front line. Employee discarded drink and washed hands.
Basic/12B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee working with food with no hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4
Food stored on floor. Bag of bets stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes on shelves in back kitchen area.
Basic/16-46-4
Jul 23, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Cove molding missing in back kitchen area.
Basic/36-08-4/Return visit Jul 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 22, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found 1 fly on wall by handwashing sink in back kitchen area.
High priority/35A-02-7
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach underneath handwashing sink cabinets. 8 live roaches on protein powder storage shelves. 4 live roaches stuck on bait trap underneath handwashing sink cabinet on front line. 1 live roaches on top of hot water heater.
High priority/35A-05-4
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Test kit has water damage. 3 compartment sink tested 0ppm of quaternary ammonia sanitizer.
Intermediate/16-33-4
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches underneath handwashing sink cabinets. 1 dead roach on front line floor. 7 dead roaches on protein powder storage shelves on front line. 50 dead roaches stuck on sticky trap underneath handwashing sink on front line. 60 dead roaches on sticky tape on protein powder storage shelves. 4 dead roaches on top of ice machine on front line. 1 dead roach in drip pan of hot water heater. 2 dead roaches on top of hot water heater.
Basic/35A-03-4
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Cove molding missing in back kitchen area.
Basic/36-08-4
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug zapper stored overtop juice machine on front line. Staff removed bug zapper.
Basic/35B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting in mop sink.
Basic/42-01-4
Aug 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink splitter toward back entrance.
High priority/29-42-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 28, 2024 · Time Extended
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available upon request. Discussed with operator.
Intermediate/05-08-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 28, 2024 · Operator ordered thermometer day of initial ins. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine near kitchen entrance.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on quesadilla reach in cooler. Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Aug 26, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 02-01-2024
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches in cabinet under hand sink in front kitchen Operator killed, cleaned and sanitized at time of inspection.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink splitter toward back entrance.
High priority/29-42-4/Warning
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available upon request. Discussed with operator.
Intermediate/05-08-4/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle on counter near microwave.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine near kitchen entrance.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding near walk in refrigerator missing.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches observed in cabinet under hand sink. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on quesadilla reach in cooler. Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall under hand sink in disrepair. Discussed with operator.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler soiled. Across from quesadilla station.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Nov 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 6, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
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
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary ammonia test strips at time of inspection.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-02-5/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. Emailed operator employee health agreement paperwork.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6

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.