509 CARIBBEAN CUISINE
2450 SPRINGHILL RD #4, Tallahassee FL 32305 · 850-765-1440
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 13 visits since August 2023
APR 24
DEC 24
APR 25
SEP 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025041090 | Apr 21, 2025 | Sep 15, 2025 | $200 |
| 6--2025007612 | Dec 5, 2024 | Jun 20, 2025 | $520 |
| 6--2023065035 | Nov 7, 2023 | Apr 19, 2024 | $400 |
| 6--2015024062 | Apr 17, 2015 | Sep 30, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Apr 15, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for less than 4 hours: Sliced tomatoes 47F Lettuce 46F Mac n cheese 45F. Operator placed food items inside reach in freezer during time of inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed bottle of water stored on food prep table.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened beverages stored inside walk in cooler.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed sink detaching from wall in kitchen.
Sep 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Observed opened employee beverage container inside reach in freezer with food to be served to customers. Operator removed drinks during time of inspection.
Apr 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above turkey inside reach in cooler #2. Employee properly placed raw chicken during time of inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents accumulated with dust throughout kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed PVC pipe leaking at handwashing sink next to three compartment sink.
Jan 28, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Kayla Saintagne.
Dec 19, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Kayla Saintagne.
Dec 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Mac and cheese hot holding at 111F. Operator started reheating Mac and cheese during inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Kayla Saintagne.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed whole in ceiling above ware washing area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board next to reach in coolers.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed opened beverage on prep table.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored inside reach in cooler not segregated from food being served to customers.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed several opened drinks in reach in cooler/freezer.
Apr 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath back door.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed tongs stored on hood suppression system.
Nov 8, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 7, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 6/1/23 expiration. Observed operator purchase license 6/1/24.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed bean sauce in reach in cooler 48F per owner held over night.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice 48F placed in cooler 3 hours ago, owner placed on ice, re temp 43F 30 minutes later.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed bean sauce in reach in cooler 48F per owner held over night.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans and rice 71F, Mac and cheese 112F, mushroom base rice 70F all held 2.5 hours per owner, owner re heated to 165F or above during inspection
No handwash sink for employees. Observed only hand wash sink not working, clogged pipe, waiting on plumber.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed side door in kitchen that has a gap at threshold and door frame.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice in working container not labeled under prep table.
Nov 2, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Oct 10, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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.
Aug 9, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.