MR. B'S CAFE
3401 N NEBRASKA AVE, Tampa FL 33603 · 813-333-5338
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 14 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. 2 live flies on the cook side in kitchen area.
★ 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--2025060892 | Jul 22, 2025 | Nov 18, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed restaurant open and serving customers. At time of inspection no plans were submitted according to Cindy at Plan Review for movement of steam table and container used as dry storage.
Jun 9, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed restaurant open and serving customers. At time of inspection no plans were submitted according to Cindy at Plan Review for movement of steam table and container used as dry storage.
May 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. After attempts to prime dish machine, machine still tests at 0 ppm chlorine. Instructed operator to use triple sink to sanitize all plate ware at time of inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw seafood stored over ready to eat foods in walk in cooler at time of inspection.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed restaurant open and serving customers. At time of inspection no plans were submitted according to Cindy at Plan Review for movement of steam table and container used as dry storage.
Jul 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested at 0ppm employee added new bottle of chlorine retested at 100ppm
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ladle on prep table with waffle iron in standing water that is 81 F at cooks line
Live, small flying insects found. 2 live flies on the cook side in kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. liquid batter (48F - Cold Holding); meatloaf (47F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler. Advised kitchen manager that cooler was not properly working. Ambient air temperature of cooler was 50 F
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing on mop sink located outside of back kitchen door.
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. Ice being dumped in Hand washing sink by ware washing room
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. No plan review submitted and approved - food hot bar area added in front kitchen area, outside of restaurant container stored with dry goods and canned goods.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Underneath Hand washing sink near front counter
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates above 3 compartment sink not inverted.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on second shelf of food preparation area in front of stoves.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes were stacked after being sanitized from 3 compartment sink, located on 3 tier shelf near back door
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink by fire alarm in kitchen, no handwashing sign provided
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of soda drink machine on service line
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on containers on dish storage shelf.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee water bottle in reach in cooler with ice cream toppings behind hot food service line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. 3 compartment with sugar and maybe flour not labeled next to Hand washing sink.
Mar 25, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over the individual wrapped box of creamer in walk-in-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.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. No plan review submitted and approved - food hot bar area added in front kitchen area. Priority: Intermediate
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink near prep area
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Nov 26, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate6 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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large trash can blocking hand sink near back door. Wet wiping towels stored in hand sink
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. No plan review submitted and approved - food hot bar area added in front kitchen area.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
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 personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees jacket stored on pots and pans rack
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
May 30, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 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 plan review submitted and approved - food hot bar area added in front kitchen area. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Ceiling tile missing. Over cooksline
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Mar 27, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cream at 49 F and butter at 49 F in reach-in-cooler on cooksline prep reach-in-cooler. Operator placing in another working reach-in-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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Ninkia Green Owner/Manager
No plan review submitted and approved - food hot bar area added in front kitchen area. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked foods in walk-in-cooler
Ceiling tile missing. Over cooksline
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage containers on a food preparation table and inside reach-in-cooler.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxes of food in walk-in-freezer
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed operator cutting cut leafy greens from box received not pre washed. Discussed employees the proper way to handle vegetables not prior to preparation.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers on top shelf in kitchen not inverted.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Over cooksline
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dec 12, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification Kyle Brewster Manager.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Over cooksline
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Near 3 compartment sink
Nov 28, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 chlorine ppm
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw fish in walk-in-cooler
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification Kyle Brewster Manager.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine or quaternary
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Over cooksline
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Large ice machine
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Near 3 compartment sink
Open dumpster lid.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Blue, Yellow and White large containers not labeled
Oct 11, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Romando Mathis Person In Charge
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lids on roller containers cracked.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Near front kitchen swinging door and prep reach-in-cooler due from an accident outside.
Aug 10, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Romando Mathis Person In Charge
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lids on roller containers cracked.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Near front kitchen swinging door and prep reach-in-cooler due from an accident outside.
Aug 8, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in-cooler Fish (49F - Cold Holding); Dairy (49F - Cold Holding); Beef (49F - Cold Holding); Poultry (49F - Cold Holding); Plant Foods (49F - Cold Holding)
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Romando Mathis Person In Charge
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lids on roller containers cracked.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Near front kitchen swinging door and prep reach-in-cooler due from an accident outside.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
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.