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MELTING POT TAMPA

13164 N DALE MABRY, TAMPA, FL 33618

License #3906994

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Quick take

MELTING POT TAMPA in TAMPA currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 87.4 out of 100 — a B grade — generally clean with some minor or moderate violations on record. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on April 29, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 15 total violations — 1 critical, 3 major, 11 minor.

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  • Inspection Completed - No Further Action
  • [14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.on the cooks line in the back kitchen, discussed with chef the importance of smooth cleanable surfaces.
  • [21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.in the back kitchen on cutting board close to the dessert station.
  • [51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted, provided operator with an educational packet , he said he will print one out and hang it up.
  • [08B-39-4] Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed employee dipping strawberries in chocolate without rinsing them off, manager discarded the strawberries.
  • [24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic pans stacked wet in ware washing area by the triple sink , discussed with manager the importance of properly drying pans.
  • [01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed employee dipping strawberries in chocolate without rinsing them off, manager discarded the strawberries.
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B record

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