Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow
Last inspected:
5995 Airport Blvd, Bartow, FL 33830Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow was emergency-closed on March 25, 2026 for roach activity after an inspector documented four high-priority violations including improper chemical storage, management awareness failures, and employee health reporting lapses. The facility was reclosed five days later and immediately complied with the callback inspection on March 30, 2026. Across 5 inspections between September 2024 and March 2026, the facility accumulated 18 violations, averaging 3.6 per inspection. Employee health reporting violations appeared in 4 of the 5 inspections, indicating a systemic management issue with communicating illness or symptoms to staff. High-priority violations for handwashing and chemical storage also recurred. The most recent inspection on March 30, 2026 found zero violations and was completed with emergency order callback compliance.
Most recent closure: March 25, 2026 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow: Emergency Closure History (1)
Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026022036 | $400.00 | Mar 25, 2026 | Fort Lauderdale |
Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow: Full Inspection History — DBPR (6)
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow last inspected?
- Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow last shut down?
- Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow was last shut down on March 25, 2026 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Management awareness.
- How many health inspections has Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow had?
- Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow has had 6 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow find?
- Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow was most recently inspected on June 4, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow ever been shut down?
- Yes, Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- Has Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow been fined?
- Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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