Mellow Mushroom
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
70
Score
Inspectors have visited Mellow Mushroom eight times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 5, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
The city-wide average sits at 82, which Mellow Mushroom's 70 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 dented can of crushed tomatoes. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slimy buildup inside soda gun nozzle at bar.
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers on clean dish shelf. Drink glasses at soda fountain. Drink glasses at bar.
24-08-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Mold like substance observed on tile wall behind and under dish machine.
36-27-5
70
Aug 7, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Aug 6, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Insect excrement and/or droppings present. Insect droppings observed on, around, and under booth seating in dining area, primarily along wood trim surrounding large corner booth along seat backs and baseboards. **Admin Complaint**
35A-23-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 1 observed on wall behind chemical storage. Operator eradicated, cleaned and sanitized the area. **Warning**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certified Food Manager was out on a catering delivery at start of inspection, no other staff (8 total), were Certified Food Manager. General manager, Elvira, CFM, returned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-05-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed portion cup used to scoop mac and cheese. Operator removed, replaced with scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler door gasket soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor. Manager placed on shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Mold like substance observed on wall under dish machine. **Warning**
36-27-5
55
Feb 10, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
86
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
67
Feb 6, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed missing at hand sink in dish pit Corrected -observed employee replace **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle filled with a yellow liquid not labeled at chemical shelf Corrected observed employee label **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on push cart Next to service film Corrected -observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee perfume stored on prep table next to soda machine Corrected observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
67
Aug 29, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed a box of unwashed veggies stored over ready to eat beef and cooked onions in walk-in cooler Corrected- observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed missing at hand sink at pizza make station **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle filled with sanitizer not labeled at pizza make station
41-17-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table across from microwave on cookline
12B-07-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer tested at 0ppm Corrected-observed employee discard, refill, and retest at 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on storage shelf in dish area
24-08-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mellow Mushroom last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mellow Mushroom on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mellow Mushroom?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mellow Mushroom.
How does Mellow Mushroom compare to other restaurants in Brandon?
Mellow Mushroom most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Brandon average of 82.
Has Mellow Mushroom's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mellow Mushroom have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Mellow Mushroom 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 Mellow Mushroom inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mellow Mushroom is inspected around two times per year on average.
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