Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner
Last inspected:
12019 E Hwy 92, Seffner, FL 33584Martha's Family Restaurant in Seffner has accumulated 225 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.3 per visit. The facility was shut down in 2024 for fly activity. Fire safety inspections documented repeated citations for using cooking equipment with no hood suppression system, a hazard cited at least three times in 2024. The restaurant has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $1,230 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $760.
Most recent closure: July 17, 2024 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
7.3
violations / inspection
7.3 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner: Emergency Closure History (1)
Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,530.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025070738 | $300.00 | Aug 25, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2024043572 | $760.00 | Jul 17, 2024 | Panama City Beach | |
| 3--2023014093 | $270.00 | Jan 9, 2023 | Orlando | |
| 3--2019007971 | $200.00 | Dec 28, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 3 fire violations
— Complaint Full · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Back food prep room had gyro machine and 6 burner gas range.
Also observed gas fryer in main kitchen that Abdul system or hood system reach - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-18: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Back food prep room had gyro machine and 6 burner gas range.
Also observed gas fryer in main kitchen that Abdul system or hood system reach
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
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— 7 inspections41 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— 5 inspections38 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner last inspected?
- Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner last shut down?
- Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner was last shut down on July 17, 2024 for 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 Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner?
- The most frequently cited violations at Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner are: Proper ventilation, Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner had?
- Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner find?
- Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner ever been shut down?
- Yes, Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner 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.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- 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.
- Has Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,530.00 in fines.
- How much has Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner been fined?
- Marthas Family Restaurant INC in Seffner has been fined a total of $1,530.00 across 4 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).
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