Flaming Mountain
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
67
Score
Across the available record, Flaming Mountain has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 15, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “no paper towels” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Flaming Mountain's latest score of 67 falls below the Tampa average of 79. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw squid and beef in the reach in cooler. Discussed proper storage.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a strainer blocking the handwashing sink in the back area. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels or soap at the handwashing sink in the back. Manager added paper towel. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the prep tables. Discussed replacing them. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
67
Jul 1, 2025
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards on the flip top unit.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee was able to provide paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with no label when asked and employee stated it was sanitizer.
41-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons used to serve rice in a cup of water temping at 84F. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top unit and the dish drying area.
14-09-4
67
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
52
Oct 1, 2024
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. No written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event. Provided manager a copy of procedures. Manager posted written procedures. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels/soap or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap or paper towels at the hand wash sink on the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a bottle with chemical cleaner with no label. Manager had an employee label the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed a sanitizer bucket used to wipe down the tables testing at 0ppm. Employee changed the bucket out and re-tested at 50ppm. Employee stated that they change out the sanitizer buckets every 2 hours. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed an open dumpster lid. Manager closed the lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster observed. Provided manager with a copy. Manger posted sign. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with cut marks all throughout them on the cook line and prep table in the back prep area.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in the back area next to the cook line.
36-17-5
58
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
82
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Feb 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2023
50-17-3
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
11-26-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer door panel missing. Manager has part on order **Corrective Action Taken**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in prep area Manager removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
64
Jan 12, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 6, 2022
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 150 droppings on wall outlet and in between wall and shelving in back prep area **Warning**
35A-23-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook prep table: raw shelled eggs (63F - Cold Holding). Manager placed in reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches on cook line hand sink. Observed 4 live roaches on wall by prep area. Observed 1 live roach in between shelving in back prep area **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flies on pack prep area rack **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 3 rodent droppings on floor by hand sink on cook line **Warning**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - Packaged food has no English labeling. Observed buckets of seasonings in different language **Warning**
02D-06-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of degreaser in server station not labeled. Server labeled **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Light not functioning. In back dish area **Warning**
36-62-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing gold bracelet on cook line **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In back prep area **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bottled water and spices on floor in dry storage **Warning**
08B-38-4
30
Oct 12, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Flaming Mountain last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Flaming Mountain on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Flaming Mountain?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Flaming Mountain.
How does Flaming Mountain compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Flaming Mountain most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Flaming Mountain's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Flaming Mountain have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Flaming Mountain means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Flaming Mountain inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Flaming Mountain is inspected around three times per year on average.
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