SAM'S SEAFOOD AND GRILL
1118 W DR MLK JR BLVD · SEFFNER · Hillsborough County · FL 33584
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
8 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 2
01B-01-4High Priority – Dented cans present. See stop sale. 6 cans strawberry fruit topping sharply dented on seams **Warning**
12A-09-4High Priority – Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee put gloves on, handled raw shrimp then handled Togo boxes with out changing gloves and washing hands **Warning**
Intermediate 5
11-27-4Intermediate – 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**
31A-09-4Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Main hand sink on cook line blocked by large breading station not making it easily accessible. Only way to access is to walk around breading station. Manager moved rack. Discussed with plan review department need to **Warning**
53A-05-6Intermediate – 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/ Currently 5 employees working on site and no food manager present **Warning**
51-16-7Intermediate – No plan review submitted and approved – renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Added large breading station blocking hand sink not making it easily accessible to employees. Added gyro cooker in prep area across from hand sink by drive thru window Not following approved provisos 1) If hand washing violations are observed additional hand wash sink(s) may be required. Hand sink(s) must be located conveniently for employees in food preparation, food dispensing, warewashing, and areas where scooping ice occur. 2) Hand wash sinks must be always easily accessible. They may not be blocked by storage racks or tables. They cannot be used for any other purposes. They must remain fully stocked with a hand wash sign, soap, and drying devices at all times. 3) Plans provided must accurately reflect all food service equipment and its location in the establishment. Failure to provide accurate plans could result in delay at the time of the licensing inspection. **Warning**
11-26-1Intermediate – No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Had 1 new hire that started. **Warning**
Basic 1
51-13-4Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 5, 2026 11:07 AM.
Violation category totals
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2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
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2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.