MR HOT POT
5399 COMMERCIAL WAY, Spring Hill FL 34606 · 352-556-3732
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found 1 fly on clean pan, operator corrected on site. 1 fly in dish machine area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025049388 | Mar 27, 2025 | Oct 13, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Observed: Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Food on conveyor belt on dishes for service/seating area not covered. Operator had employees place covers. Steam table containing appetizers in buffet area not covered with lids. Operator placed lids. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef placed on shelf above cut ready-to-eat vegetables in reach-in cooler in kitchen. Operator moved and stored correctly. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Spring Roll (118F - Hot Holding) in steam table in buffet area. Operator removed to start to reheat product. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink in kitchen to the right of the cook line and near the dishpit area blocked with a hose in the sinks. Operator removed making handwash sinks accessible. Discussed with operator. Priority: Intermediate
Nov 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken stored over unwashed produce in the walk in cooler. The operator moved the chicken to the bottom.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. The operator organized tags in chronological order.
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. Provided the operator with the DBPR HR form 5030-104. The operator posted.
Food-contact surface soiled: The fans in the walk in cooler is soiled with dust and mold-like substance.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided operator with written procedure. The operator started to fill out the written procedure.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin in the kitchen. The operator cleaned the interior of the ice bin.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Jun 4, 2025□ 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 ▾
Clam tags not marked with last date served.
May 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented cans present. See stop sale. Hoisin sauce dented on seal
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. 0ppm, operator called for service of machine and set up 3 compartment sink to manually sanitize.
Live, small flying insects found 1 fly on clean pan, operator corrected on site. 1 fly in dish machine area.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Eggs above soy bean paste in the walk in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee washed hands with gloves on. Operator discussed with employee to wash hands with gloves off.
Clam tags not marked with last date served.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in prep sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 2 cutting boards in the kitchen area.
Identity of food or food product misrepresented. Observed sticker on reach in freezer for customer self service stating product was lobster ball. After reviewing invoices we observed imitation lobster balls listed on invoice. Operator states lobster balls are made with fish and no lobster. The operator added imitation to the sticker on the reach in freezer.
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 written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided operator with written procedure
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Container in cornmeal with no handle.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Unwashed potatoes on clean dish rack.
Food stored on floor. Gallon bucket of soy sauce stored in walk in cooler and dry storage.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Vertical cooler in prep area
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe leaking under the 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. One wet cloth, operator moved towel to solid towel container.
Dec 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 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. Observed chlorine sanitizing dishmachine at 0 ppm. Operator contacted service company for repair.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above unwashed produce in walk-in cooler and raw chicken stored over unwashed produce in walk-in cooler. Operator and employee moved and stored correctly.
Self-service buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination for appetizer steam table added to the right of the sauce bar. Operator added lids to protect food. Discussed sneeze guard.
Feb 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce in walk-in cooler. Operator moved and stored correctly.
Sep 6, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting in wait station area with cups stacked together next to ice tea brewing station.
Aug 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 small flying insects in dry storage room off of kitchen, 1 small flying insect near dry storage rack containing cans, 2 small flying insects in container with whole unwashed onions in contact with the onions, 4 small flying insects in warewashing area around drain, and 1 small flying insect in front of handwashing sink. Discussed with operator and they are going to reach out to their pest control company for service. Operator instructed employees to wash onions and containers.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over ready-to-eat sauce in reach-in cooler to left of ice machine. Raw shell eggs over tofu and raw pork over unwashed lotus root in walk-in cooler. Operator moved and stored correctly.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in dry storage containers of sugar and salt.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting in wait station area with cups stacked together next to ice tea brewing station.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Operator moved.
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.