UGREAN
459 BRANDON TOWN CENTER MALL #473, Brandon FL 33511 · 8137306672
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024043475 | Apr 10, 2024 | Oct 28, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cut watermelon stored in shopping bag in walk in cooler.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At prep area and front counter hand sinks. Operator placed soap dispensers.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Hand sink by ice machine
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 3 unsecured tanks by mop sink
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket stored on floor, not inverted.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area.
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.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Drain pipe disconnected at hand sink by ice machine
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior bottom of blender pitchers
Single-service articles improperly stored.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
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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
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Reach in freezer raw fish stored over strawberries
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
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Oven cleaner stored next to clean equipment. Employee removed
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cleaner bottle stored in handwashing sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket stored on the floor
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior bottom of blender pitchers
Single-service articles improperly stored.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Under dish area
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler case of raw chicken over feta cheese
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
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by ice machine blocked by shop vac, and contains floor tiles.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.At hand sink in prep area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand sink in prep area.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. At hand sink by ice machine.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Under handwashing sink in front. Employee labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in bulk sugar, chickpeas and black beans
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Under dish area
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area.
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
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At front. Employee corrected
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
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mangos stored over tortillas on shelf in prep area Employee moved items.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Ceramic tiles in hand sink by ice machine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink in prep area.
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
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup and pint container used as scoop in bulk beans and sugar.
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.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of plastic knives on floor at front counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk rice, sugar, beans and seasoning not labeled
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk rice, sugar, beans, and spice blend with no labels.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
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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. Emails instructions to operator.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At rear hand sink. Operator provided soap.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Near mop sink. Operator replaced security chain.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator placed scoop properly.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dust accumulated on wall behind oven in prep area
Water draining onto floor surface. Hand sink drain line not connected to drain. Operator attached drain line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk rice, sugar, beans, and spice blend with no labels.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
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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.
Food stored on floor. Water,sodas
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Ice bucket in sink, next to ice machine
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meats
Food stored on floor. Water,sodas
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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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
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
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed employee replace soap at hand sink in dish area
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed portion cups used to scoop bulk salt
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
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