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MELT N DIP

11301 N 56 ST STE 11, Temple Terrace FL 33617 · (941) 527-5248

Last inspected Nov 17, 2025 · 4 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats48
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA3919077
Grade history
OCT 23
DEC 24
NOV 25
▼ IMPROVING

3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
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
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Inspection history

4 visits, newest first

Nov 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager was able to provide.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed on the back prep table.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation
Dec 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the hand washing sink near the three compartment sink being used to store supplies. Employee removed supplies.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed the handwashing soap near the three compartment sink with the soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with no proper labeling. Employee labeled spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top unit near the make line.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage being stored on the prep table near the hand washing sink in the front area.
Basic/12B-07-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cellphone being stored on the prep table near the flip top unit.
Basic/40-06-5
Food stored on floor.observed a box of cotton candy being stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Employee placed items six inches off of the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on the door frame and shelves in the walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed the interior of the microwave being soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
Dec 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By three compartment sink
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 19, 2023 · Time Extended
Oct 17, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.

0 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
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
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. By three compartment sink. Blocked by AC unit and items stored in sink. Employee moved items
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By three compartment sink
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4/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.