MDP LIQUOR 20
17667 N DALE MABRY HWY, Lutz FL 33548 · 813-955-9959
Last inspected Apr 30, 2026 · 5 visits since November 2024
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APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections trending down, 18 points off where it started.
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--2025071246 | Jun 3, 2025 | Oct 29, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Apr 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs above cooked wing in walk in cooler, operator removed the egg to bottom shelf
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by empty liquor bottles, operator removed bottles
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink by reach in cooler in cook line
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee cup on clean dish shelf in bar area. Operator removed it.
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee no hand wash before put gloves on to start work, discussed with operator and he washed hand properly
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Hot dog sausage store with raw beef in same container in reach in cooler at cook line. Operator discarded hot dog voluntarily
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit for Dish machine
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cheese sauce prepared over 24 hours in walk in cooler no date mark
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed it.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed education packet to operator
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash signs on hand sink in bar
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed vegetables above cooked chili
Aug 27, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.no employees
Food stored on floor. Pickle case bucket on floor
Jun 3, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
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 across flat top grill butter 48f employee moved to bottom of the cooler. 43 f 2nd temp Reach in cooler door under flattop grill ambient 52 f raw chicken 46 f cook pasta 47 f raw shrimp 44 f employee moved all product to reach in freezer all foods to 43 f Cooler will not be in use until fixed.
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 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.no employees
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed for manager and posted on wall
Food stored on floor. Pickle case bucket on floor
Nov 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.