SALEM'S FRESH EATS
1611 N NEBRASKA AVE, Tampa FL 33602 · 813-898-2848
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 13 visits since July 2023
OCT 24
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JUN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found 3 live flies landing on cardboard boxes in trash container inside kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022027544 | Mar 31, 2022 | Jul 7, 2022 | $160 |
| 3--2018049305 | Aug 24, 2018 | Nov 1, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 18, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing 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/. Plans were completed but not submitted on the application. Walk in cooler was moved from one side to the other and the handwashing sink was not on old plans but they added the sink.
Jun 16, 2026Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee used knife to cut raw chicken box and then placed knife on cutting board did not wash knife and cutting. Discussed with manager and manager sanitize knife only
Live, small flying insects found 3 live flies landing on cardboard boxes in trash container inside kitchen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler on cooks line across from gyro machine ambient air temperature 61F taziki sauce 53F cut tomatoes 54F cut lettuce 54F potato salad 52F cheddar cheese 52F provolone cheese 52F feta cheese 52F food held over 4 hours see stop sale. Management discarded food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler on cooks line across from gyro machine ambient air temperature 61F taziki sauce 53F cut tomatoes 54F cut lettuce 54F potato salad 52F cheddar cheese 52F provolone cheese 52F feta cheese 52F food held over 4 hours see stop sale. Management discarded food.
Unable to issue license due to improper temperatures plan review not submitted Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Cooks line quat sanitizer above 150-400 ppm discussed with manager to add water to sanitizer.
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/. Plans were completed but not submitted on the application. Walk in cooler was moved from one side to the other and the handwashing sink was not on old plans but they added the sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior soiled
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In back prep kitchen were dry goods are stored
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In employees bathroom
Open dumpster lid.
Apr 17, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Red bucket tested above 20-500 ppm on cooks line.
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/. Walk in cooler and walk in freezer was moved from original plans from 2020 walk in cooler and walk in freezer was moved to a different side of the kitchen and the old walk in cooler spot is now a dry storage area with a prep table added. Hand washing sink on cooks line was removed from the preparation table. And hand washing sink was not at front service counter it has been closed off with a granite counter top.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. New Dry storage area
Apr 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over ready to eat chicken reach in cooler by kitchen entrance. Employee removed to proper storage
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler on cooks line cut lettuce 56F tazki sauce 52F cut tomatoes 52F potato salad 47F provolone 56F feta cheese 52F Less than 4 hours. All went to 43F expect cut lettuce 52F cut tomatoes 52F
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Red bucket tested above 20-500 ppm on cooks line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink removed from the front cooks line due to remodel changes and front of house front line sink was removed
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/. Walk in cooler and walk in freezer was moved from original plans from 2020 walk in cooler and walk in freezer was moved to a different side of the kitchen and the old walk in cooler spot is now a dry storage area with a prep table added. Hand washing sink on cooks line was removed from the preparation table. And hand washing sink was not at front service counter it has been closed off with a granite counter top.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. New Dry storage area
Nov 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 80F cooks line employees moved to grill top
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler cooks line American cheese 48F
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee rinse container in hand washing sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Cooks line employee restocked
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Manager posted printed version and posted on wall
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.one expired employee training international food service executive expired 11-15-2024
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Cooks line
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw meats thawing in standing water
Apr 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 83 f temperature in plastic container. By rice and bean holders
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 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/ 7 employees no food manager present. Adam hammami
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 3 employees
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled on cooks line
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves
Apr 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority8 Intermediate3 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 83 f temperature in plastic container. By rice and bean holders
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: cook chicken 53 f Server cooler front register: blue cheese 52 f tartar sauce 52 f cheese cake 52 f ambient air temperature 53 f held less than 4 hours employee moved items to 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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can with raw chicken box stored in front of hand washing sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee washing dishes in the hand washing sink.
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/ 7 employees no food manager present. Adam hammami
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 3 employees
No soap provided at handwash sink. Cooks line and ware washing area.
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. Missing for 2 employees observed 3 employees training
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator states the beef burgers are cooked for however the customer would want it served. Management posted sign in service area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled on cooks line
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.raw fish and shrimp thawing in the three compartment sink.
Oct 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee put flour used to coat chicken on her hands went inside walk in cooler put on gloves and started working with food I spoke to employee about proper hand washing employee washed her hands.
Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Cheese sauce reheated in dirty pot. Chef removed cheese sauce and placed in clean pot.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil stored in water at 74F next to rice cooker on cooks line.
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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink on cooks line.
No person in charge present during hours of operation.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No hand soap at hand washing sink on cooks line.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Raw cut beef stored longer then 24 hours has no date markings inside walk in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets inside reach in cooler across from grill on cooks line are torn.
Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside reach in cooler across from grill on cooks line are soiled with old food debris.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Objectional odor by dumpster area.
Open dumpster lid. Outside of dumpster is soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves are soiled.
Stored food not covered. Chicken stored uncovered inside freezer in back kitchen area. Management covered chicken.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting inside mop bucket filled with water by mop sink in back kitchen area.
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. For some employees agreement sent last inspection
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. All items in walk in cooler
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jul 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Emailed to operator at previous inspection
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marks on items in walk in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler and walk in cooler soiled
Jul 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment throughout establishment soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jul 12, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. From walk in cooler chicken wings (60F - Cold Holding); shrimp raw (60F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (59F - Cold Holding); tadziki sauce (60F - Cold Holding); potato salad (60F - Cold Holding), from make station front line tadziki sauce (58F - Cold Holding) moved to make station from walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From walk in cooler chicken wings (60F - Cold Holding); shrimp raw (60F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (59F - Cold Holding); tadziki sauce (60F - Cold Holding); potato salad (60F - Cold Holding), from make station front line tadziki sauce (58F - Cold Holding) moved to make station from walk in cooler see stop sale, repair person on site fixing walk in cooler.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. On previous warning, due 07-15-2023.
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. Emailed to operator at previous inspection
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marks on items in walk in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler and walk in cooler soiled
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.