Seffner — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Seffner, Florida has 74 food establishments with 820 inspections on record. 3 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.5%, above the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 4.8 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $600 assessed to Marco's Pizza in Seffner on May 13, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.

74Facilities
820Total Inspections
3Closures 2026
87.5%Pass Rate
4.8Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
City Buffet 45 327 3
Marco's Pizza 13 32 3
Kiso Sushi 37 258 1
Marthas Family Restaurant INC 31 225 1
Cracker Barrel #251 24 111 1

Seffner Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Seffner 87.5% Pass Rate 87.5%
Florida Average 85.9% Pass Rate 85.9%
Seffner 4.8 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.8
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Seffner 4.05 Closures per 100 Facilities 4.05
Florida Average 1.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.35

Seffner Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Bellieskitchen 0 Call Back - Complied

Seffner Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
36 Proper ventilation 9,328
14 Food contact surfaces 7,122
08 Proper hand/arm washing 6,884
31 Clean multi-use utensils 6,662
23 Chemical properly stored 6,612

Seffner Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

18Actions on Record
$6,890Total Fines
$383Avg Fine
$760Largest Fine
10Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
May 13, 2026 Marco's Pizza $600 3--2025081674
Sep 16, 2025 City Buffet $400 3--2025063151
May 13, 2026 Marco's Pizza $400 3--2025067058
Dec 10, 2025 Sam's Seafood and Grill $320 3--2025072926
Mar 31, 2026 Marthas Family Restaurant INC $300 3--2025070738

Seffner Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

13Fire Violations
8Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 7
Cooking without hood suppression 3
Other fire safety violation 3

Seffner Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Seffner has 34 FDACS-regulated facilities with 59 inspections on record and 17 stop-sale orders issued.

34Retail Facilities
59FDACS Inspections
17Stop-Sale Orders

Seffner FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Mk Citgo Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mk Citgo Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mk Citgo Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mk Citgo Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Mk Citgo Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Mk Citgo Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Mk Citgo Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Mk Citgo Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Mk Citgo Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Mk Citgo Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling

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Seffner FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 13
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all 8
4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in 6
5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not 6
6-202.14 Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not 5

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Seffner Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Winn-Dixie 2 170 584
Aldi 1 2 310
Citgo 1 41 143
Publix 1 30 875
7-Eleven 1 84 2,422
Chevron 1 283 1,145
Dollar General 1 57 2,871

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Seffner: Notable Restaurants

City Buffet

Seffner · Most Closures

45 inspections 327 violations 3 closures

Marco's Pizza

Seffner · Most Closures

13 inspections 32 violations 3 closures

Kiso Sushi

Seffner · Most Closures

37 inspections 258 violations 1 closures

Munchies Pizza & Wings

Seffner · Most Inspected

32 inspections 276 violations

Bellieskitchen

Seffner · Recently Inspected

3 inspections 12 violations

Don Jose's Mexican Grill

Seffner · Recently Inspected

30 inspections 181 violations

Seffner: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 3 172 0
Cracker Barrel 1 111 1
Hardees 1 108 0
McDonalds 1 76 0
Waffle House 1 157 0
Burger King 1 22 0
Hampton Inn 1 37 0
Marcos Pizza 1 32 3
Tropical Smoothie 1 15 0
Zaxbys 1 67 0

Seffner Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Seffner?
Seffner, Florida has 74 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Seffner?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Seffner is 87.5%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Seffner this year?
3 food establishments in Seffner have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Seffner?
The most frequently cited violations in Seffner are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Seffner?
Subway has the most locations in Seffner with 3 establishments.
How does Seffner compare to the Florida state average?
Seffner has a pass rate of 87.5%, which is 1.6 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 4.8 compared to the state average of 4.66.
How often are restaurants inspected in Seffner?
Food establishments in Seffner have an average of 11.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Seffner been assessed?
Food establishments in Seffner have been assessed $6,890 in fines across 18 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $383 and the largest single fine was $760.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Seffner restaurants?
13 fire safety violations have been documented across 8 food establishments in Seffner. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Seffner inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Seffner, Florida has 34 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 59 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Seffner?
FDACS has issued 17 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Seffner. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

In the News Seffner

Seffner Restaurants & Food Establishments (74)

Highview Wine & Spirits FDACS Retail

11778 E DR Martin Luther King JR Blvd, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Aldi 146 FDACS Retail

11611 E ML King Blvd, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Mk Citgo FDACS Retail

11703 E ML King Blvd, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Advance Auto Parts # 9525 FDACS Retail

11850 E DR Martin Luther King JR Blvd, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF/TCS

Mochinut Seffner FDACS Retail

11511 E DR Martin Luther King JR Blvd, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS

Baileys on Ice & More FDACS Retail

917 Shangri LA DR, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Chevron FDACS Retail

11201 E DR Martin Luther King JR Blvd, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

The Ice Cream Stand FDACS Retail

10811 Armitage DR, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Tampa Bay Shaved Ice FDACS Retail

630 Penn National RD, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Vw Winn Dixie 2495 FDACS Retail

11230 E Martin Luther King Blvd, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Vw Publix 0103 FDACS Retail

11782 SR #574, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Williams Bp FDACS Retail

10907 E US HIGHWAY 92 suite, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

The Lemonade Couple FDACS Retail

1602 S Parsons Ave, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Kravin Wheels 2 FDACS Retail

11706 TAMPA GATEWAY BLVD, Seffner

FDACS Retail Food · Food Service