LAKAZBA CAFE
300 STATE ST E STE 110, Oldsmar FL 34677 · 727-509-1633
Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 15 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 18 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 flies near bakery window. Operator covered all baked foods.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Aug 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Foil pan on top to reach in cooler not inverted or protected.
Jul 30, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Foil pan on top to reach in cooler not inverted or protected.
Apr 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Cup lids not inverted, discussed with staff the need to invert lids
Jan 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Gal milk 46F operator placed in freezer for quick cool. Milk had been out on the counter less than 4 hours. Second temperature 43F at 2:29pm
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer in spray bottle on prep table. Operator cleaned caddy moved chemical to designated area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on non working prep cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoons in standing water at room temperature. Discussed the reason why spoons can not be held in standing water.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Foil pans stored on the floor, not inverted or protected
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White powdered substance and container of the staff thought is fat not labeled with common name. Operator discarded fat and was able to determine what the powdered substance was. I discussed the need to label.
Mar 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs in 2 coolers stored above RTE foods. Discussed proper food storage. Operator moved eggs during inspection to gain compliance
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Pesticide stored next to clean pans. Operator moved pesticide during the inspection to gain compliance.
Food stored on floor. Mesh bag of onions, can of tomatoes stored on the floor.. operator moved food to a minimum of 6" off the floor
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Plastic spoons not inverted at coffee bar area. Operator moved pesticide inverted spoons.
Dec 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 flies near bakery window. Operator covered all baked foods.
Dec 12, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 flies near bakery window. Operator covered all baked foods.
Dec 11, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 flies near bakery window. Operator covered all baked foods.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris Cutting board on flip top cooler.
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. For 2 employees Julianna and Hemming.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Flip top cooler cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwaves near counter.
Dec 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 flies near bakery window. Operator covered all baked foods.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Room spray above boxes of sugar packets and sweet and low. Operator relocated.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris Cutting board on flip top cooler.
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. For 2 employees Julianna and Hemming.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Egg patties prepared on 12/06/24, not date marked. Operator added date. Ground beef removed from freezer on 12/07/2024 not date marked when removed from freezer. Operator added date to food. Tomato sauce made in house without a date mark. Operator prepared food on 12/08/24 and added date.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Water/ice dispenser chute located in dining area Corners of ice machine located near coffee station
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Flip top cooler cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwaves near counter.
Jul 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 10, 2024Call 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. No disclosure/reminder for poached egg in Shakshouka
May 8, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. No disclosure/reminder for poached egg in Shakshouka
Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water faucet at handwash sink next to prep table not working properly. Water temperature is 79F.
May 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked chicken 50F; Shredded mozzarella; 50F Lamb chop 45F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken 50F; Shredded mozzarella; 50F Lamb chop 45F. Operator states temperatures weren't taken this morning and food was left in cooler overnight. See stop sale
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. No disclosure/reminder for poached egg in Shakshouka
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Meatballs cooked and milk opened 2 days ago with no date marking. Discussed with operator and operator date marked food.
Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water faucet at handwash sink next to prep table not working properly. Water temperature is 79F.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee beverage next to Togo cups. Employee beverage above prep table next to sauces. Items moved to employees locker.
Oct 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food ( raw chicken ) stored next to ready-to-eat food ( frozen broccoli ) in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged in back kitchen
Raw animal food ( raw shell eggs ) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food ( oil ) in back kitchen refrigerator
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Mozzarella cheese 49 F, cooked eggplant 47 F in cooler near hand wash sink and entry into back kitchen - person in charge moved food to freezer for quick chill down
Single-service articles -boxes of foam cups- improperly stored on floor n front line area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in mop sink
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.