MAX'S CAFE
3802 W MARTIN LUTHER KING BLVD, Tampa FL 33614 · 813.673.3031
Last inspected Mar 3, 2026 · 4 visits since March 2024
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— STEADY
3 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024031360 | Mar 6, 2024 | Jul 11, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaning solutions being stored next to ready to eat condiments.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed a splitter on the mop sink with no vacuum breaker.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled/stained cutting boards on the clean dish rack.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a mold like substance in the top interior of the ice machine.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl with no handle being used as a scoop in the bulk container bins.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 2 Co tanks no secured near the soda bibs.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the drying rack.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee with a beard with no beard guard.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked containers on the drying rack in the dish washing area.
Food stored on floor. Observed three soda bib cases being stored on the floor.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an open beverage can in the reach in cooler with food being used to sell to the public.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed being stored on the floor near the dish drying rack.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed floors in the kitchen dish washing area, walk in cooler and the floors peeling in the kitchen cook line.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 2 dented cans of Hoisin Sauce located on dry pantry shelf.
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.
Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black and pink mold-like substance inside ice machine.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 4 employees wearing earrings while preparing food in back kitchen area.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked containers located on dry storage shelf adjacent to ice machine.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of single service cups stored on floor adjacent to pallets of bottled water in storage area. Operator relocated single service cups to an approved location during time of inspection.
Mar 22, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
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. Missing for some employees.
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Tested at 128 ran two times discussed with employees to use three compartment sink. With food contact surfaces
Mar 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler by dish washing area. Cold holding: Mac and cheese 48 f employee placed in different cooler beef 46 f
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Knife in hand washing sink employee removed
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. Missing for some employees.
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Tested at 128 ran two times discussed with employees to use three compartment sink. With food contact surfaces
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Prep sink by three compartment 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.