MANDOLAS ITALIAN KITCHEN
12926 US HWY 301 S BLDG 100 STE C, Riverview FL 33578 · 813-755-3587
Last inspected Mar 30, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
AUG 24
FEB 25
APR 25
NOV 25
MAR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach across from walk in cooler, operator removed and sanitized at time of inspection.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Jeff Dexter
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Near back door
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in cooler next to pizza oven no time temperature for safety foods except a pre made salad they just placed in it, operator moved food to other cooler and Unplugged to defrost, discussed with operator getting maintenance done on the unit.
Nov 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw calamari stored over cooked pasta in walk-in cooler. Operator rearranged items to prevent cross contamination at time of inspection.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled soiled food containers and dishes, then handled clean food equipment or utensils without replacing gloves and washing hands. Discussed gloves changing and handwashing techniques with operator.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially reduced oxygen packaged raw salmon thawed remained in packages.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hot and cold water shut off in handwash sink at ware washing area due to water leaking from faucet, employee unable to utilized handwash sink at this location. Operator turned water on at time of inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 1 spray bottle with pink substance at front bakery counter. Operator discarded liquid and moved spray bottle to clean.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
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. Raw salmon thawed remained in sealed packages in reach-in cooler at cook line and inside walk-in cooler. See Stop Sale.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee's opened bottled waters stored on prep tables at cook line and pantry. Operator removed drinks.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee lunch bag stored on top shelf over food items in walk-in cooler. Operator moved to lower corner shelf to prevent cross contamination.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Handwash sink at ware washing area.
Apr 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 2 flies in ware washing area Manager removed and sanitized areas
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach at bar Manager removed and sanitized area
Feb 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 3 compartment sink at bar tested 0 ppm, manager remade tested 50 ppm chlorine.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemicals stored with coffee filters and food items, manager removed at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cloth in handwash sink next to pizza oven.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates not inverted at dessert bar, manager inverted at time of inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on counter above reach in cooler. Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks in reach in cooler throughout kitchen.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee drinks food in reach in cooler.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Employee drinks food on shelf with bread crumbs, manager removed at time of inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of flour and sugar not labeled.
Aug 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 3 compartment sink at bar tested 0 ppm chlorine, employee remade tested 100 ppm chlorine.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Sausage over cooked potatoes in walk in cooler, operator removed at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pasta 54 F- retell 43 F, chicken 54 F- retell 43 F, vegetables 50 F- retemp 48 F in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator placed items on ice.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Pasta 90 F, eggplant parm 66 F- retell 165 F on cook line, operator began reheating.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter missing vacuum breaker.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Half and half in reach in cooler not date marked in dessert area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards throughout kitchen. Soda tune at bar.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pans in handwash sink on cook line, employee removed at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwash sink next to dish machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle in container of salt.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent above ice machine soiled.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates and spoons not inverted at server station.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards throughout kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting near dish machine.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Meatballs container and lid cracked in walk in cooler.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Bowl handle in pasta in reach in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop in standing water temped 72 F, operator emptied water at time of inspection.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on containers near dish machine.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator hung at time of inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of salt not labeled.
Jan 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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/ Manager Christian Doster.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting next to chemical shelf.
Jan 29, 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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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach across from walk in cooler, operator removed and sanitized at time of inspection.
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/ Manager Christian Doster.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting next to chemical shelf.
Jan 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cheese in walk in cooler, operator removed at to inspection.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach across from walk in cooler, operator removed and sanitized at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken 58 F
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Lasagna 109 F
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/ Manager Christian Doster.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cook line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cloths in handwash sink, employee removed at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwash sink on cook line.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At handwash sink on cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on cook line.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on bowls, operator removed at time of inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting next to chemical shelf.
Food stored on floor. Lemonade on floor in walk in cooler, operator removed at time of inspection.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer bucket next to bread crumbs, operator removed at time of inspection.
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go boxes on floor in dessert area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go boxes not inverted at self service area, operator inverted at time of inspection
Sep 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Pasta 87 F on cook line.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter missing vacuum breaker.
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. Sent to operator at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards throughout kitchen.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Spoons in handwash sink on cook line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwash sink on cook line.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At handwash sink on cook line.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Next to walk in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Throughout kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table, operator removed at time of inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting near dish machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Microwave door handle broken next to ice cream machine.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on containers near dish machine.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries over cut lettuce in walk in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of cocoa powder not labeled, operator labeled at time of inspection.
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