SNELLGROVES RESTAURANT
109 S COLLINS ST, Plant City FL 33563 · 813-752-3652
Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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APR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 1/6 pan of blackberries in walk in cooler with mold growth.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022002200 | Jan 11, 2022 | Jun 16, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Caramel and pizza sauce can in storage
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Server station: butter packs (67F - Cold Holding) Manager added to Time As A Public Health Control plan Cook line: rehydrated hash browns (52F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (52F - Cold Holding), manager added ice. Both items re-temped at 41f, 20min later.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior margarita dispenser on server station has mold like substance on blades.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple pans of ready to eat vegetables, sauces, and salads not dated. In reach in cooler and walk in coolers
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In walk in cooler
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer door frame
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in server station. Employee removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of spice containers soiled with debris. Interior of bread storage container has accumulated food debris buildup. Exterior of fryers and stove have food buildup
Plumbing system in disrepair. Spray hose at dish pit loose, and water leaking into container.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reused spice containers on cook line
Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. By back kitchen hand sink
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Soiled vents on cook line and kitchen
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Walls and ceilings in kitchen soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented can fudge
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed cook crack raw shell eggs then handle clean utensils and ready to eat food items with no hand wash. Discussed proper handwashing. Employee washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter 79, operator stated has been out less than two hours. Placed in reach in freezer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior ovens on cooks line Interior shield of ice machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In potatoes. Employee removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Behind hood
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in restroom 1 dead roach by back exit door 1 dead roach by soft drink machine Advised manager to dispose of, clean and sanitize
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on walk in freezer Ice build up in walk in freezer
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Between equipment on cooks line food debris
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in cooler floor
Food stored on floor. In dry storage. Manager moved off floor Items on floor in walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Oven door handles Exterior microwave Door frame / gasket of walk in cooler
Stored food not covered. Walk in cooler - cooked pasta
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under prep sink by dish machine
Mar 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salad buffet: macaroni salad (50F - Cold Holding); carrot salad (50F - Cold Holding). Manager added more ice and will put on Time As A Public Health Control plan
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed container of ibuprofen on ranch packets. Manager moved
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed to manager. Manager printed and filled out paperwork
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottles of sanitizer not labeled
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and vents soiled with accumulated grease and dust
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks in server station
Food stored on floor. Cases of oil, margarine on floor
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed flat top extending from hood system
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In server chest cooler next to ice machine
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease and dust
Water draining onto floor surface. From pvc piping on cook line
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented cans present. See stop sale. 3 cans of green beans
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink not accessible to extension cord being stored in it. Manager moved
No proof provided that some 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 new hires, didn't acknowledge form. Manager had employees read and sign off on agreement for reporting.
Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One certificate for employee through Servesafe
Food stored on floor. Bag of carrots in walk in cooler. Manager got off of floor
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of hood system soiled with accumulated grease
Stored food not covered. Speed rack with containers of salads and cheeses in walk in cooler not covered
Water draining onto floor surface. From white pvc piping from cooler draining on floor. Discussed moving piping to floor drain
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 1/6 pan of blackberries in walk in cooler with mold growth.
Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed 70lb bag of whole shrimp in freezer. Owner unable to provide invoice
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 70lb bag of whole shrimp in freezer. Owner unable to provide invoice
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 proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Manager had new hire sign off on form
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cases of chicken, shrimp, produce stored on floor
Water leaking from pipe under hand sink
Oct 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 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.
Oct 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate1 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. Manager setting up
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of chemicals on cook line next to vinegar. Manager removed
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting board on cook line
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed server hand sink with tea and coffee stains
No proof provided that food some employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator has one new hire that has not completed food safety training. Emailed form to operator
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked vegetables, cooked pasta in reach in cooler not dated
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles with clear liquid not labeled.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
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.