Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon
Last inspected:
903 Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon has accumulated 182 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.5 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach and fly activity. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Time temperature control and food contact surface violations are the most frequently cited issues.
Most recent closure: December 4, 2024 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
5.5
violations / inspection
5.5 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon: Emergency Closure History (1)
Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025001540 | $400.00 | Dec 4, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 3--2022005405 | $200.00 | Dec 17, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 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
— 5 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon last inspected?
- Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon last shut down?
- Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon was last shut down on December 4, 2024 for roach & fly 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 Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon?
- The most frequently cited violations at Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon are: Time as control, Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon had?
- Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon find?
- Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon was most recently inspected on February 2, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon ever been shut down?
- Yes, Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon been fined?
- Salem's Fresh Eats in Brandon has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 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.
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