Mellow Mushroom in Brandon
Last inspected:
10959 Causeway Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511Part of: Mellow Mushroom Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Mellow Mushroom in Brandon has accumulated 205 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.8 violations per visit. The restaurant faces recurring issues with time as a temperature control measure, food contact surfaces, and shellfish handling requirements. A single disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. Recent inspections in 2025 show inconsistent compliance, with an administrative complaint recommended in August after inspectors found seven violations, though the facility achieved zero violations at its February 2025 inspection.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mellow Mushroom in Brandon: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
6.8
violations / inspection
6.8 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Mellow Mushroom in Brandon: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2015019273 | $200.00 | Mar 20, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Mellow Mushroom in Brandon: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections31 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Mellow Mushroom in Brandon: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mellow Mushroom in Brandon last inspected?
- Mellow Mushroom in Brandon was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Mellow Mushroom in Brandon?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mellow Mushroom in Brandon are: Time as control, Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Mellow Mushroom in Brandon had?
- Mellow Mushroom in Brandon has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mellow Mushroom in Brandon find?
- Mellow Mushroom in Brandon was most recently inspected on January 5, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mellow Mushroom in Brandon ever been shut down?
- No, Mellow Mushroom in Brandon has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Mellow Mushroom in Brandon faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mellow Mushroom in Brandon has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Mellow Mushroom in Brandon been fined?
- Mellow Mushroom in Brandon has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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