Teaspoon Tampa
1951 W Lumsden Rd, Brandon, FL 33511 · Permanent Food Service · License 3919437
What drove the grade
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Sep 11 routine inspection1 intermediate (fixed on the spot), 6 basic-8
- Safety score92
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitSep 11, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
7 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate1
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Unlabeled bottle of window cleaner. Operator discarded contents.
Fixed on the spot
Basic6
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food.
Unwashed lemons stored over containers of drink mix base in 3 door reach in cooler. Operator moved lemons.
Fixed on the spot
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135°F.
Stirring spoons in standing water at 49°F. Operator discarded water.
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Code 25, Single-service items: Single-service articles improperly stored.
Case of takeout cups on the floor in storage room.
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Insect control device installed over food preparation area.
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Vinyl cove molding separating from wall at mop sink
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Ready-to-eat food
- Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.