MOWGLI'S TIFFIN
165 DR. MLK JR. STREET NORTH, Saint Petersburg FL 33701 · 727-285-2867
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 8 visits since April 2024
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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. 27 dead and tapped flies in light control device in kitchen. Manager removed and discarded.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 2, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 27, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items stored inside stand alone cooler next to the cook line: Cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); Cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); Cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding) Observed containers of cooked chicken dated for 3/26/26 with visible condensation on the inside of the containers. Employees were asked whether cooling verification was being monitored and if cooling parameters were met. Could not determine if the cooling parameters were met or how long the temperature has been above 41 degrees. Stop sale issued.
Inadequate number/capacity of cold holding units to maintain time/temperature control for safety food at proper temperatures. Improper cold holding was observed due to insufficient number of cold holding units. Discussed with operator during the inspection, a cooling method must be put in place to ensure cooked foods meet the cooling parameters.
Oct 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in deli cooler cutting board stained.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior soiled with yellow substance.
Oct 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored above cooked chicken screwers in single door cooker next to reach in deli cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items in double door reach in cooler: pico 47 ( - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (52F - Cold Holding); mixed shredded cheese (52F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (45F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (52F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (50F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (46F - Cold Holding) Ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler reading at 50 F. Establishment only has one single door cooler and one stand alone cooler and two deep freezers. The employees are moving all TCS items into the other coolers to bring down the temperatures. - butter next to fryers (80F - Cold Holding) the establishment is going to utilize time as a public health control. Emailed written procedures to the operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in deli cooler cutting board stained.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit observed.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No CFM on-site with four employee engaging with food or food preparation during the inspection.
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. Observed Food Employee Reporting Agreement for Shirley dated 5/29/25. No other Employee Reporting Agreements were provided.
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. Observed employee training certificate for Joshua B. dated 5/28/2025 through FLRA SafeStaff. No other training certificates could be provided. The Person in Charge Shirley stated her and Frankie have been employed for over 60 days, and the third employee, Kurtis, started two weeks ago.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior soiled with yellow substance.
May 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over produce in tall cooler, eggs relocated
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter chicken (74F - Cold Holding), held less than 4 hours, moved to cooler
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. Emailed to operator
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Mop bucket in front of hand sink in kitchen
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. 2 employees in kitchen hired less than 60 days with no food handler training
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Oven door handle
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in rice bin
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Prep table
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Relocated
Jan 6, 2025Inspection 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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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in kitchen blocked by food cart. Manager removed.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 27 dead and tapped flies in light control device in kitchen. Manager removed and discarded.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle stored above reach in cooler in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored on top of reach in cooler in kitchen.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Jun 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Apr 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over cut leafy greens. Manager stored correctly.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Non-service animals permitted in the premises of the establishment. Non service dog in establishment. Customer removed pet.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
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.