Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa

Last inspected:

3701 E Dr Mlk Jr Blvd Ste B, Tampa, FL 33610
Overview

Mama's Soul Food D Inc in Tampa has recorded 29 inspections with 239 total violations—an average of 8.2 violations per inspection, significantly exceeding Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations appeared in every recent inspection from May 2023 through March 2026, and chemical storage violations were cited in at least 6 inspections during this period. The facility has experienced no emergency closures. Recent inspections show mixed compliance: a March 25, 2026 routine inspection resulted in "Call Back - Complied," while the same day a separate routine inspection was completed with no further action required. A May 7, 2025 inspection resulted in a Warning Issued disposition after 12 violations were documented. A July 17, 2024 inspection resulted in an "Admin. complaint recommended" disposition, signaling potential formal state enforcement proceedings. The most recent inspection on March 25, 2026 documented violations in employee health policy, time as control for temperature-dependent foods, proper cooking temperatures, food contact surfaces, and chemical storage.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

29Inspections
239Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 8.2 violations / inspection 8.2 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.75 violations / inspection 5.75 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)

— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 1 inspection12 violations · 8 high priority
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections36 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections35 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa last inspected?
Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 25, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa are: Employee health policy, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa had?
Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa find?
Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 25, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa ever been shut down?
No, Mamas Soul Food Eatery in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V35 (Single-use items) mean?
Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.

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