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UGREAN

459 BRANDON TOWN CENTER MALL #473, Brandon FL 33511 · 8137306672

Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceNOS3918658
Grade history
DEC 24
MAR 25
JUL 25
DEC 25
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
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. Emails instructions to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $160

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2024043475Apr 10, 2024Oct 28, 2024$160

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Jul 29, 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
What the inspector wrote — 9 findings
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cut watermelon stored in shopping bag in walk in cooler.
High priority/14-31-5
No soap provided at handwash sink. At prep area and front counter hand sinks. Operator placed soap dispensers.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Hand sink by ice machine
Intermediate/31B-06-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 3 unsecured tanks by mop sink
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation
Show the remaining 5 findings ▾
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket stored on floor, not inverted.
Basic/24-05-4/Repeat Violation
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area.
Basic/12B-09-5
Food stored on floor. Boxes of mayo and salad dressing on floor in storage area. Feta and drinks on the floor in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Drain pipe disconnected at hand sink by ice machine
Basic/29-08-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
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Dec 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 19, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior bottom of blender pitchers
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 19, 2025 · Time Extended
Single-service articles improperly stored.
Basic/25-05-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 19, 2025 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 19, 2025 · Time Extended
Dec 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm Advised operator to remake sanitation
High priority/22-43-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Reach in freezer raw fish stored over strawberries
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding case cut leafy greens (spinach 47, cut lettuce 49, kale 47 ), blue cheese 54, Advised to placed on ice
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
High priority/03B-01-6/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Oven cleaner stored next to clean equipment. Employee removed
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cleaner bottle stored in handwashing sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4/Warning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket stored on the floor
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Basic/10-08-5/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior bottom of blender pitchers
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored.
Basic/25-05-4/Warning
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
Jul 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Under dish area
Basic/36-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority7 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 19 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler case of raw chicken over feta cheese
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front upright display cooler cut leafy greens 45-48, blue cheese 55, boiled eggs 50, cheese 48, employee moved items to walk in cooler. Stated items were placed in cooler at 10am Service line shrimp 52, advised to place on ice
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by ice machine blocked by shop vac, and contains floor tiles.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.At hand sink in prep area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand sink in prep area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. At hand sink by ice machine.
Intermediate/31B-06-4/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Under handwashing sink in front. Employee labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in bulk sugar, chickpeas and black beans
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Under dish area
Basic/36-03-4/Warning
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area.
Basic/12B-09-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Cases of mayonnaise on floor in office. Feta cheese and water bottles in walk in cooler on floor Case of dressings and sriracha on floor in back
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At front. Employee corrected
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Tongs touching soiled crate. Employee moved and clean and sanitized utensils
Basic/10-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mangos stored over tortillas on shelf in prep area Employee moved items.
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
Mar 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed bucket used to store tongs at front counter. The food contact surface of the tongs were touching the milk crate the bucket was placed on.
High priority/22-45-4
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Multiple items in walk in cooler not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-03-5
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Ceramic tiles in hand sink by ice machine.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink in prep area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in walk in cooler not date marked
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup and pint container used as scoop in bulk beans and sugar.
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Cases of food stored on floor in storage area. Bottled water and feat cheese stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Basic/10-08-5
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of plastic knives on floor at front counter.
Basic/25-05-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk rice, sugar, beans and seasoning not labeled
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation
Feb 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Feb 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed pint containers and portion cups used to scoop bulk rice, sugar and beans.
Basic/14-01-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk rice, sugar, beans, and spice blend with no labels.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 11, 2025 · Time Extended
Dec 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.

0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
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. Emails instructions to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
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 reporting agreement to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. At rear hand sink. Operator provided soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed pint containers and portion cups used to scoop bulk rice, sugar and beans.
Basic/14-01-5/Warning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Near mop sink. Operator replaced security chain.
Basic/51-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator placed scoop properly.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dust accumulated on wall behind oven in prep area
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Water draining onto floor surface. Hand sink drain line not connected to drain. Operator attached drain line
Basic/29-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk rice, sugar, beans, and spice blend with no labels.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Jun 12, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Jun 12, 2024 · 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. Admin Complaint
Food stored on floor. Water,sodas
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 12, 2024 · Food stored on floor. Water,sodas Time Extended
Apr 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.

0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Ice bucket in sink, next to ice machine
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meats
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Water,sodas
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Jul 18, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp (45F - Cold Holding), Operator placed shrimp in walk-in cooler to drop temperature
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salmon (132F - Hot Holding) on steam table Operator placed salmon in oven to reheat
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed employee replace soap at hand sink in dish area
Intermediate/31B-06-4/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed portion cups used to scoop bulk salt
Basic/14-01-5/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk salt with no label under prep table next to oven
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning

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.