Melt N Dip

11301 N 56 St Ste 11, Temple Terrace, FL 33617

American

Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Melt N Dip, the earliest from 2023. Melt N Dip was last inspected on Nov 17, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “no paper towels”, showing up two times.

Melt N Dip's latest score of 82 falls below the Temple Terrace average of 87. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 17, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager was able to provide. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed on the back prep table. **Repeat Violation**

41-17-4

Dec 27, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 6 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed the handwashing soap near the three compartment sink with the soap.

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with no proper labeling. Employee labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the hand washing sink near the three compartment sink being used to store supplies. Employee removed supplies. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed the interior of the microwave being soiled with food debris.

22-08-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top unit near the make line.

14-09-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage being stored on the prep table near the hand washing sink in the front area.

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 an employee cellphone being stored on the prep table near the flip top unit.

40-06-5

Basic - Food stored on floor.observed a box of cotton candy being stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Employee placed items six inches off of the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on the door frame and shelves in the walk in freezer.

14-69-4

Dec 19, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Oct 17, 2023

Routine - Food

5 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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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. **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. By three compartment sink. Blocked by AC unit and items stored in sink. Employee moved items **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By three compartment sink **Warning**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

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. **Warning**

11-26-1

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**

51-13-4

Mar 15, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Melt N Dip last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Melt N Dip on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Melt N Dip?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Melt N Dip.

How does Melt N Dip compare to other restaurants in Temple Terrace?

Melt N Dip most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Temple Terrace average of 87.

Has Melt N Dip's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Melt N Dip have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Melt N Dip means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Melt N Dip inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Melt N Dip is inspected around two times per year on average.

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