TANTRUMS FLIGHTSIDE CAFE & CATERING
5995 AIRPORT BLVD, Bartow FL 33830 · 863-632-0674
Last inspected Jun 4, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2024
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live under prep sink Approximately 15 live on reach in cooler wheel 10 live on floor under reach in cooler 1 live in non working beer cooler
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026022036 | Mar 25, 2026 | Apr 27, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.bulk food containers next to the walk in cooler not labeled.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Raw shell eggs over turkey in make table on line
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live under prep sink Approximately 15 live on reach in cooler wheel 10 live on floor under reach in cooler 1 live in non working beer cooler
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Butter packets on cook line 78F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter packets 78F
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Current manager on site Jon Burns has no proof of manager certification. Manager stated he could not locate his certification.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Oven Soda gun at bar
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Servers station
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Kitchen handwashing sink Bar handwashing sink Battery out on soap dispenser
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead on floor under three compartment sink Approximately 8 dead under two door reach in cooler 2 dead cook line 1 casing by kitchen door entrance
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on cooks line
Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Grits 109F. Cook line. The grits was put on the flat grill to reheated.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drinks on the top ledge of the flip top reach in cooler and on the prep table next to a white cutting board across from the ovens. The drinks was removed.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage links 85F. Cook line.
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. Emailed the educational packet to the email provided.
Food stored on floor. A case of black beans inside the walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. A package of ham slices thawing in a container of water inside the 2 compartment sink. The product was removed.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
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.