HOTEL FLOR THE DAN RESTAURANT
905 N FLORIDA AVE, Tampa FL 33602
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 15 visits since December 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 14 points off where it started.
Live, small flying insects found 6 live flies in bar area.
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Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 27, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Bar area tested at 10ppm chlorine Ran 5 times. Discussed to use dish washing machine in the back kitchen
Jul 24, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Bar area tested at 10ppm chlorine Ran 5 times. Discussed to use dish washing machine in the back kitchen
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. liquid egg 46F liquid egg 46F raw salmon 48F cut tomatoes 44F butter 48F cut ham 44F cook sausage 44F manager moved to walk in cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink prep line by water fountain has knifes in the sink employee removed
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Cook line tested at 100ppm
Mar 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cooks line across fryer and flattop
Mar 9, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested 0 at bar and kitchen discussed with chef to use the three comp sink for sanitation method
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: cheese Mexican 62F employee moved to freezer. 2nd temp 42F
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Straws and pan catcher inside hand washing sink at bar employee removed
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Hand sink by walk in cooler
Food stored on floor. Boxed greens walk in cooler chef removed from floor
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cooks line across fryer and flattop
Nov 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Insect control device installed over food preparation area. On prep line and over ice machine.
Nov 6, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. See stop sale Cold holding: Gouda cheese 50F cook eggs 50F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.reach in cooler on cooks line closest to dish washer See stop sale Cold holding: Gouda cheese 50F cook eggs 50F held over 4 hours ambient air temp 50F
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. On prep line and over ice machine.
Sep 5, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. See stop sale Cold holding: Gouda cheese 50F cook eggs 50F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.reach in cooler on cooks line closest to dish washer See stop sale Cold holding: Gouda cheese 50F cook eggs 50F held over 4 hours ambient air temp 50F
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.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. On prep line and over ice machine.
Sep 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 6 live flies in bar area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. See stop sale Cold holding: Gouda cheese 50F cook eggs 50F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.reach in cooler on cooks line closest to dish washer See stop sale Cold holding: Gouda cheese 50F cook eggs 50F held over 4 hours ambient air temp 50F
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sheet tray in front of the sink on cooks line manager removed by sink
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Bar area tested at 73F ran over 2 minutes
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In bucket standing water at 80F
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. On prep line and over ice machine.
May 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 28, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked raw salmon poached eggs.
Mar 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested 2 times at 0 ppm dissolution with management to use three compartment sink.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked raw salmon poached eggs.
Oct 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler has floor damage.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Bar area and some parts of dry storage.
Feb 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. plans do not match the plans we have on file and will need to be re submitted before license can be issued. Plans on file from 2021 do not include any seating, bar area, walk in cooler 2 ice machines, and area for food preparation with mixer, slicer, and other equipment.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Paint peeling on ceiling, in walk in cooler
Equipment in poor repair. Rusted shelving in walk in cooler
Dec 19, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing 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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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ plans do not match the plans we have on file and will need to be re submitted before license can be issued.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. plans do not match the plans we have on file and will need to be re submitted before license can be issued. Plans on file from 2021 do not include any seating, bar area, walk in cooler 2 ice machines, and area for food preparation with mixer, slicer, and other equipment.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Paint peeling on ceiling, in walk in cooler
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Not sanitizing properly operator called for maintenance and upon my arrival, the operator was already using the 3 compartment sink for proper sanitation.
Equipment in poor repair. Rusted shelving in walk in cooler
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
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.