Flaming Mountain in Tampa
Last inspected:
13520 University Plaza St, Tampa, FL 33613Flaming Mountain in Tampa has accumulated 202 violations across 30 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.7 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for roach, rodent, and fly activity. In late 2022, inspectors conducted a series of daily emergency order callbacks over four consecutive days, with the facility failing to comply on two separate visits despite finding multiple high-priority violations. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines.
Most recent closure: December 6, 2022 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Flaming Mountain in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Flaming Mountain in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (3)
Flaming Mountain in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022059108 | $400.00 | Dec 6, 2022 | Orlando | |
| 3--2022041102 | $600.00 | Aug 11, 2022 | Tampa |
Flaming Mountain in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Not available electronically
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 13 inspections81 violations · 52 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 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· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Flaming Mountain in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Flaming Mountain in Tampa last inspected?
- Flaming Mountain in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 15, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Flaming Mountain in Tampa last shut down?
- Flaming Mountain in Tampa was last shut down on December 6, 2022 for roach & rodent 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 Flaming Mountain in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Flaming Mountain in Tampa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Flaming Mountain in Tampa had?
- Flaming Mountain in Tampa has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Flaming Mountain in Tampa find?
- Flaming Mountain in Tampa was most recently inspected on December 15, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Flaming Mountain in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Flaming Mountain in Tampa has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- 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 Flaming Mountain in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Flaming Mountain in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Flaming Mountain in Tampa been fined?
- Flaming Mountain in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,000.00 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).
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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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