MAMAS SOUL FOOD EATERY
3701 E DR MLK JR BLVD STE B, Tampa FL 33610 · 8134310639
Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 3 dead roaches on control device behind reach in cooler in kitchen.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine 200 ppm plus, operator diluted it.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 3 dead roaches on control device behind reach in cooler in kitchen.
Mar 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers reused from Southern Style Potato Salad for seasonings not labeled on cooksline
May 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate7 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Operator added chlorine to 100 ppm
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Dates marked on cooked foods in walk-in-cooler were incorrectly dated per manager.
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.
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Nelsia Dyer Manager
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed operator use hand sink near 3 compartment sink as a dump sink for ice.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Nelsia Dyer Manager
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Containers reused from Southern Style Potato Salad for seasoning not labeled on cooksline
Screen in door torn and in poor repair.
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers reused from Southern Style Potato Salad for seasonings not labeled on cooksline
Dec 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Foods in reach-in-cooler and walk-in-cooler
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice machine front kitchen area
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container in front kitchen area
Jul 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed drink ice dumped in hand sink near 3 compartment 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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk-in-cooler
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored on top of large ice machine
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
May 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over desserts in reach-in-cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed drink ice dumped in hand sink near 3 compartment 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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk-in-cooler
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored on top of large ice machine
Food stored on floor. White container of beans stored on floor in dry storage area
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed inside plastic container not labeled underneath prep table for desserts
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed in reach-in-cooler near dessert prep area
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Plastic container not labeled underneath prep table for desserts.
Dec 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Reach-in-coolers on cooksline and walk-in-cooler
Employee beverage container and cell phone on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed inside reach-in-cooler on cooksline
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxes of cooking oil on floor in dry storage area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
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.