MITY NICE CAFE
5944 BENJAMIN RD · TAMPA · Hillsborough County · FL 33634
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
11 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 3
14-31-5High Priority – Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food stored in non food grade bags in reach in cooler , employee discard item. discussed with operator the importance of using food grade containers to store food**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored over ready to eat items in the reach in cooler closest to service window, employee moved item to the appropriate location. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed paint stored next to food and single service containers, operator moved paint to appropriate location. **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate 4
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food items placed on sink in the kitchen area , employee moved items.
31B-02-4Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink , under service window , manager placed paper towels at handwash sink **Corrected On-Site**
53B-14-5Intermediate – Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Basic 4
24-07-4Basic – Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. -clean lids stored between unwashed produce, operator moved to items. **Corrected On-Site**
14-09-4Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.spoke with operator about the importance of smooth cutting boards.
40-06-5Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on prep table, employee moved item Observed employee back pack in kitchen by the stoves. **Corrected On-Site**
14-06-4Basic – Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Unsealed wood used under microwave on shelf in kitchen. Discussed with operator the importance of smooth sealed surfaces.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 16, 2026 8:05 AM.
Violation category totals
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3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
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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.