GREEN LEMON
915 S HOWARD AVE, Tampa FL 33606 · 813-610-9016
Last inspected Mar 31, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked chicken cold holding at 56F. Raw fish cold holding at 55F. Guacamole cold holding at 54F.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022006486 | Jan 18, 2022 | Jun 16, 2022 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored over reach in cooler on cooks line. Operator had employee remove drink during inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on stacked plastic food containers stored on shelves. Operator moved items to be washed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in freezer at time of inspection.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on stacked metal food containers during inspection.
Aug 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 28 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate19 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed large containers of beans in walk in cooler cooling down. Discussed putting beans in shallow pan with ice bath. Black Beans 108 -111F temped at 11:35 began cooling at 1pm- retemp 85-90F at3:20pm
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Tuna that's not fully cooked over corn and chicken in walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed employee cutting onions prior to washing.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sour cream 44 F, cut tomatoes 46 F- retemp 37 F, corn 47 F- retemp 43 F, cheese 48 F- retemp 41 F, cut lettuce 50 F- retemp 42 F, fish 44 F- retemp 47 F in reach in cooler next to rice cooker. Manager placed on ice.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter missing vacuum breaker.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed large containers of beans in walk in cooler cooling down. Discussed putting beans in shallow pan with ice bath. Black Beans 108 -111F temped at 11:35 began cooling at 1pm- retemp 85-90F at3:20pm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards throughout kitchen.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared tuna on menu not identified on menu as a raw product. Manager began correcting menus.
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. Manager provided 5 valid food handler certifications.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Manager secured at time of inspection.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding broken at handwash sink near dish machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards throughout kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf next to flour. Manager removed at time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees bag on shelf with oil, employee speaker on prep table.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting near soda machine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Rice container lid cracked.
Food stored on floor. Container of tortillas on floor in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door handle.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in reach in cooler.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug light over soda boxes.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed employee cutting onions prior to washing. Employee began washing onions.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Straws at bar.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe leaking onto floor at sink next to dish machine. Manager placed a bucket under pipe. Plumber was called to come out.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of flour not labeled, manager labeled at time of inspection.
Apr 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach in cooler by flattop grill has stains and is no longer cleanable.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared tuna on menu not identified on menu as a raw product.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Jan 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee picked up Togo containers of floor then starting tenderizer chicken without changing gloves or washing his hands. Employee washed his hands.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Cloth used to cover tofu inside walk in cooler. Chef removed cloths.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach in cooler by flattop grill has stains and is no longer cleanable.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink has tongs stored inside sink across from rice cooker. Chef removed tongs and placed at dishwasher.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared tuna on menu not identified on menu as a raw product.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink in bar area. Employee placed paper towels at handwashing sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor in bar area. Chef cleaned up water.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door handle. Chef removed tongs and placed at dishwasher.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Cauliflower not washed before preparing. Chef washed cauliflower.
Jul 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employees dropped food on the floor picked it up through it in the trash and continued working. Chef had a conversation with employee about proper hand washing. Employee washed hands.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl without a handle used as a scoop inside flour bin. Management removed bowl.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes stacked on top of each other preventing proper air drying on shelves by dishwasher.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket inside reach in cooler across from grill are torn.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor behind ice machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on fryer door handle. Chef removed tongs and placed at dishwasher.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Cloth stored underneath cutting board. Chef removed cloth and placed board at dishwasher.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocado not washed before preparation.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking from reach in cooler on cooks line.
Jan 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe leaking on top of dishwasher.
Jan 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked chicken cold holding at 56F. Raw fish cold holding at 55F. Guacamole cold holding at 54F.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink at sink by rice cookers. Chef placed paper towels at hand washing sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on grill handles. Manager removed tongs and placed at dishwasher.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe leaking on top of dishwasher.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer solution stored on floor underneath food preparation sink across from fryer. Manager emptied refilled bucket and properly stored it.
Aug 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket inside reach in cooler on cooks line is torn. Refrigerator in bar door falls off when opening.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on grill handle.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes on shelves by dishwasher.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water underneath ice machine in storage area.
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