SWEET MAMA'S KITCHEN
10743 NARCOOSSEE RD, Orlando FL 32832 · 3023331633
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
SEP 24
MAY 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $760
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2017059566 | Dec 5, 2017 | Jan 11, 2018 | $400 |
| 4--2016054268 | Sep 7, 2016 | Dec 14, 2016 | $360 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Facility does not have test chlorine test kit for dish machine
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. White flap located in the interior of ice machine. Operator wiped down flap
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach in freezer at cooks line
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Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout facility
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler across from flat top grill in cooks line
Aug 3, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 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. Sanitizer strip reading 0ppm
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Bags of frozen raw shrimp stored over portioned containers of frozen rice and beans. Operator moved shrimp to bottom shelf
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container in hand washing sink at wait staff station.Operator moved item to bus tub
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Facility does not have test chlorine test kit for dish machine
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand washing sinks:front counter,by hot well and by triple sink.Operator put paper napkins at all three sinks
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. White flap located in the interior of ice machine. Operator wiped down flap
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach in freezer at cooks line
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout facility
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler across from flat top grill in cooks line
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer on hand washing sink by drink station
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser in clear spray at mop sink front counter
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. White flap located in the interior of ice machine
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At dry dish storage above triple sink
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout kitchen
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On oven handle on cooks line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters heavily over flat top grill
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At dry dish storage above triple sink
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drop off dirty dishes and then picked up to go box and place on guest table. Educated
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw turkey burger stored over sausages and French fries at reach in freezer on cooks line
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in glass reach in cooler at front counter. Per operator opened over 24 hours
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Strainer with ice and straws at hand washing sink by coffee station
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at hand washing sink in front counter No paper towel at hand washing sink by dish wash area
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand washing sink by dish wash area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door at back of kitchen
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout kitchen
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine,operator removed and washed ice scoop and placed in sanitized container
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug zapper stored on table at cooks line next to case of jelly
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave to the right of kitchen entrance
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at hand washing sink at front counter and hand wash sink by dish wash area. Emailed operator hand washing sign
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer by exit door at back of kitchen
May 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook cracked eggs, removed gloves and went to don new gloves no hand wash educated employee
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. 2 gallon milks opened in server cooler no date marked..
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic container with ice and poached eggs sitting in hand wash sink in kitchen. Cook dumped some water in handwashing sink. And removed container.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Dishwasher has been replaced with new dishwasher, hand sink is no longer in the dish pit area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Strainer in hand wash sink in server area. Server took strainer to back..
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 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. Employee started last week, no reporting agreement signed or food handler training complete. Manager had her sign.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Deflector plate has heavy mold like substance or slime
Sep 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Spray hose laying on bottom of mop sink Operator hung.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Chocolate milk in reach in cooler front counter Operator marked.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Time plan not filled out. Cook filled out
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Drop shield
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup in pepper entrance to kitchen Operator removed
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on both reach in freezers
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Shared dumpster
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Broken reach in cooler in hallway
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of salt entrance to kitchen. Operator labeled
Feb 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shrimp over rehydrate hash browns in reach in cooler. Operator moved the shrimps to the bottom shelf.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on kitchen vents
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee food items on prep table. Employee removed them.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -reach in cooler gaskets soiled, operator cleaned them
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar and flour bins. Operator labeled them.
Oct 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over ready to eat spinach operator moved shrimp to the bottom and removed spinach
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter hand wash sink
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives between prep table and reach in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -soiled gaskets on reach in cooler
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket on the floor under the hand wash sink. Operator removed and place on bottom shelf of table
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Breading flour without label
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.