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MAMA FOO FOO

125 BASIN ST #103, Daytona Beach FL 32114 · 386.287.0180

Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats233
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA7407750
Grade history
MAR 24
DEC 24
APR 25
OCT 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found -approximately 10 at bar
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2025004301Dec 3, 2024Feb 10, 2025$200

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Apr 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findings
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Reach in cooler drawers hamburger over pork
High priority/08A-20-5/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Beef over fish Time Extended/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. -dish machine area -ceiling moved over not cover ceiling by ice machine
Basic/36-36-4/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Per manager has purchased tiles Time Extended/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -3 floor tiles in broken by dish machine
Basic/36-17-5/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Per manager has order tiles Time Extended/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Show the remaining 4 findings ▾
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -2 ovens on cookline soiled
Basic/22-08-4/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood soiled with grease
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall soiled behind dish machine
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor soiled under shelves in storage room with ice machine
Basic/36-10-4/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
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Apr 22, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Reach in cooler drawers hamburger over pork
High priority/08A-20-5/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Beef over fish Time Extended
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -dinner menu coastal shrimp ceviche
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. -dish machine area -ceiling moved over not cover ceiling by ice machine
Basic/36-36-4/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Per manager has purchased tiles Time Extended
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -3 floor tiles in broken by dish machine
Basic/36-17-5/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Per manager has order tiles Time Extended
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -2 ovens on cookline soiled
Basic/22-08-4/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood soiled with grease
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall soiled behind dish machine
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor soiled under shelves in storage room with ice machine
Basic/36-10-4/Return visit Apr 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Apr 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 22 findings ▾
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. -coastal shrimp ceviche
High priority/01D-01-5
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Reach in cooler drawers hamburger over pork
High priority/08A-20-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-24-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Rice 56f, cheese dip 83f less than 4 hours -ice bath Sliced cheese,cut lettuce,cut tomatoes 52f to 60f
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -glass cleaner by liquor
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -trash can in front of handsink on cookline
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -drain cover,catch stored in handsink at bar and outside bar
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -dinner menu coastal shrimp ceviche
Intermediate/02B-01-5
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -cookline -bar
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. -cookline
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling tile missing. -dish machine area -ceiling moved over not cover ceiling by ice machine
Basic/36-36-4
Employee preparing food in liquor storage area. For drinks.
Basic/08B-48-4
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -3 floor tiles in broken by dish machine
Basic/36-17-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -tongs hanging on handle on oven
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -2 ovens on cookline soiled
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood soiled with grease
Basic/23-03-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall soiled behind dish machine
Basic/36-27-5
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor soiled under shelves in storage room with ice machine
Basic/36-10-4
Oct 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found -approximately 10 at bar
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Oct 23, 2025 · 1 fly Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 23, 2025 · Time Extended
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. -new hire
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Oct 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -office
Basic/51-11-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -1 ceiling tile missing g by dish machine
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 23, 2025 · Time Extended
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood and filters spoiled with grease
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 23, 2025 · Filters time extension Time Extended
Oct 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 20 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found -approximately 10 at bar
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -pasta 47f,rice 46f advised to keep a lower level -Tcs blue cheese 46f,Tcs sauce with fresh garlic 56f less than 4 hours
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Mussel tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Intermediate/01C-05-4/Corrected On-Site/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. -new hire
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. -bar
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. - ROP of raw rib eye,pork cooked and bagged cold
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -sanitizer
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -office
Basic/51-11-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -1 ceiling tile missing g by dish machine
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. -tuna
Basic/06-09-1/Warning
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-02-4/Warning
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4/Warning
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -bar
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood and filters spoiled with grease
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. -cooked pork and rib eye, manager discarded
Basic/03G-53-1/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. -ribeye,manager discarded
Basic/03G-54-1/Warning
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -spray next to dish machine
Basic/29-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Apr 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. -under drink machines at bar
High priority/41-24-4
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -reach in cooler drawers drawers beef over fish -reach in cooler eggs over scallops and mussels
High priority/08A-20-5
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -bread cutting board and reach in cooler
Intermediate/22-02-4
Mussel tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Intermediate/01C-05-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -quat
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -cookline
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Ceiling tile missing. -by dish machine
Basic/36-36-4
Dead roaches on premises. -3 dead roach on glue trap,manager discarded
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. -box of coconut milk
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -wrong verbiage at bar
Basic/31B-04-4
Dec 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
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/
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Dec 4, 2024 · Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener blade -2 cutting boards on cookline
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 4, 2024 · Time Extended
Some mussel tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 4, 2024 · Time Extended
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 4, 2024 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -wrong verbiage on sign at bar and out side bar.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 4, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -grease build up around char grill
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 4, 2024 · Time Extended
Dec 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. -herds on bar. Mint and basil held on bar in front of customers
High priority/08B-02-4/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-24-5/Warning
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -approximately 40 rodent droppings on shelves in liquor room. Liquor storage is located in a hallway, no food prep is done in liquor storage area. Employee cleaned up droppings
High priority/35A-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -fish,salmon 45f less than 1 hour
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
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/
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener blade -2 cutting boards on cookline
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -scoop and other items in handsink at bar
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Some mussel tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Warning
Ceiling tile missing/water damage next ice machine.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. -5 dead roaches on trap in small storage room
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4/Warning
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -wrong verbiage on sign at bar and out side bar.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -grease build up around char grill
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. -5 tanks in common area hallway.
/48-04-4
Mar 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -pasta 46f to 50f advised to keep a lower level. Less than 4 hours -Cheese 47f placing in walk in cooler -chicken 45f,beef 44f employee stated just removed from walk in cooler -whipping cream 47f
High priority/03A-02-5
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -reach in cooler -soda guns at bar
Intermediate/22-02-4
Mussels/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Intermediate/01C-05-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -bag hanging on shelf in small prep area
Basic/40-06-5
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. - small prep area
Basic/31B-04-4
Dec 1, 2023□ 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 ▾
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. -some tags not marked
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 1, 2023 · Time Extended
Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division. -chicken
Intermediate/03C-89-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 1, 2023 · Time Extended
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -by soda boxes
Basic/51-11-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 1, 2023 · Time Extended
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. -bar, and outside bar using 3 compartment sink and kitchen dishwasher.
Basic/16-55-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 1, 2023 · Time Extended
Nov 29, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. -Shrimp for ceviche,swordfish bone marrow and tuna. Manager has called sales rep. for parasite destruction
High priority/01D-01-5/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -walk in freezer raw chicken over raw fish
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Wing sauce made with butter
High priority/01B-24-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -pasta 48f less than 1 hour -bacon jam with tomato 46f
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. -some tags not marked
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Warning
Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division. -chicken
Intermediate/03C-89-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -Cookline
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -by soda boxes
Basic/51-11-4/Warning
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. -tuna
Basic/06-09-1/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. -bar, and outside bar using 3 compartment sink and kitchen dishwasher.
Basic/16-55-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. -raw rib eye
Basic/03G-53-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -corn starch
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning

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.