KOJAKS HOUSE OF RIBS
1809 S PARSONS AVE, Seffner FL 33584 · 813-837-3774
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over cooked pork in walk in cooler. Manager moved
Stored food not covered. Observed open case of frozen corn cobs in reach in freezer. Manager covered
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on prep table by spices and can opener. Manager put drinks in container to properly segregate
Food stored on floor. Bucket of cut potatoes on floor in walk in cooler. Manager got off of floor
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler fan covers soiled with accumulated dust
Stored food not covered. Open case of frozen corn in reach in freezer not covered. Manager closed case
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Manager stated 1 new hire started a couple weeks ago and didn't sign agreement. Manager will have employee read and acknowledge form when they come in for shift.
Observed Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation on cook line. Employee was plating Togo orders. Manager discussed with employee they need to have hair restraint
Stored food not covered. Observed pan of raw pork ribs and raw chicken quarters in walk in cooler not covered.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 2 high priority.
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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 at 0ppm
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed disinfecting wipes stored over bbq sauce. Manager removed
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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 at 10pm. Manager replaced low chlorine bucket and re-tested at 50ppm.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of cut potatoes on floor in walk in cooler
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
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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/. Hand sink removed at front counter. Ice machine moved from back dish area to front counter. 1 ice wells added to front counter
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.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Phillip Angelo
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.