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GRAIN AND BERRY CAFE

1155 S DALE MABRY HWY STE 15, Tampa FL 33629 · 8132811011

Last inspected Oct 10, 2025 · 6 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats24
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA3915966
Grade history
JUL 23
JUL 24
SEP 24
OCT 25
— STEADY

4 inspections within 30 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

3 cases · $1,000

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2023011398Dec 28, 2022May 11, 2023$200
3--2020041563Aug 4, 2020Sep 15, 2020$400
3--2016046608Oct 5, 2016Apr 24, 2017$400

Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Oct 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans on storage shelf not inverted. Operator inverted pans at time of inspection
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored in shelf in front line. Operator removed cloth and discarded at time of inspection
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Nov 26, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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. Jagernauth. Ayala Mintey
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Return visit Nov 26, 2024 · Marchean has no food handlers certificate hired in 2023. Admin Complaint
Sep 24, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 3 compartment chlorine sanitizer tested 0ppm.
High priority/22-42-4
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Test kit not used to check 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/16-33-4
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
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. Jagernauth. Ayala Mintey
Intermediate/53B-01-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Marinara cooked and held longer then 24 has days with no dates inside reach in cooler on front line.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Sanitizer not dispensing properly. Sanitizer dispenser tested ppm of chlorine. Employee added chlorine to 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/16-59-1/Corrected On-Site
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at bottom of back door.
Basic/35B-01-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in small reach in freezer on front line.
Basic/14-69-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom of gaskets inside reach in cooler across from hand washing sink is soiled on front line.
Basic/23-03-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe missing underneath food preparation sink in back kitchen area.
Basic/29-11-4
Sep 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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 reporting agreement.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Return visit Sep 17, 2024 · Time Extended
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Broken pipe underneath food preparation sink in back kitchen area with a bucket underneath preparation sink catching discarded food and water.
Basic/29-11-4/Return visit Sep 17, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Green cutting board has stains and is no longer cleanable.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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. 2 employees don't have food handlers certification.
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. Emailed operator employee reporting agreement.
Intermediate/11-26-1
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored in between pans inside reach in cooler on front line. Manager removed knife and placed at dishwasher.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Broken pipe underneath food preparation sink in back kitchen area with a bucket underneath preparation sink catching discarded food and water.
Basic/29-11-4
Jul 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips at time of inspection.
Intermediate/16-37-1
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
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn inside reach in cooler by entrance to kitchen area.
Basic/14-11-5

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.