BAOBAO BUFFET
180 CRACKER BARREL DR, Crestview FL 32536 · 850-331-3309
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature: observed raw chicken in pan over raw fish in pan on shelf in walk-in cooler. General Manager rearranged for proper storage.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food: female employee eating an item with her hands. She then grabbed a pair of gloves and put them on without washing her hands. Inspector gave corrective feedback to the manager who then interpreted it to her. She then washed her hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food: 1. pan of raw chicken on speed rack in walk-in freezer over pan of raw beef. 2. Pan of raw chicken on speed rack in walk-in freezer over cooked ribs. Rack was reorganized for proper storage.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature: pans of raw chicken on shelf in walk-in cooler over pans of fish. Manager rearranged for proper storage.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged: pan of raw chicken on speed rack in walk-in freezer over pan of raw beef. Speed rack rearranged for proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit: HOT BUFFET: lo mein 115° F, fried fish fillets 123° F, fried cabbage 107° F, baked chicken 113° F - all less than 45 minutes.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area: female employee walking in kitchen while eating food. Inspector gave corrective feedback to the manager who gave the information to her.
Food stored on floor: both walk-in freezers had boxes of seafood and other food items on the floor. Items were received on 08/10/2026. Manager had employee arrange properly and off the floor.
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature: observed raw chicken in pan over raw fish in pan on shelf in walk-in cooler. General Manager rearranged for proper storage.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged: observed raw chicken on sheet pans on a speed rack over raw beef on a sheet pan over shrimp on sheet pans. General Manager rearranged everything for proper storage.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food: observed plastic containers in bins of rice, sugar, panko, and cornstarch. General Manager removed the containers.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container: observed scoop handles in bins of rice, sugar, and panko touching the products. General Manager stood the scoops so the handles were in an upright position and not touching the food products.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles: observed a bucket with cleaning supplies sitting on a shelf over pan liners. General Manager moved the bucket to another area.
Jul 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions: observed fly strips in kitchen over food prep tables. Employee removed during inspection.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served: observed tags from the months of April and June without dates.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance, slime, or other debris: observed employee walking on food prep tables to remove fly strips that were hanging over the tables. General Manager had employee wash, rinse, and sanitize the tables.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times: hand-wash sink next to dish machine has a dirty pan on it and two scrub brushes in it. Employee removed during the inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink: hand wash sink in kitchen by the dish machine does not have paper towels. Employee replaced during inspection.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food: establishment uses sushi rice and does not have the Time as a Public Health Control paperwork filled in. Rice less than 4 hours old. No Stop Sale issued.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin: observed center ice machine shield is dirty.
Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination: observed spoons on the buffet not inverted.
Jul 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 29, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served: tags for fresh oysters have not been dated with the date of the last oyster served. Educated the General Manager on the proper procedures.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification: the General Manager states the Owner/Operator has the training certificates at his home.
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: the General Manager states the Owner/Operator has the training certificates at his home.
Apr 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop for spices nesting in spice container. Employee removed bowl during inspection.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoop stored in standing water near rice cooker. Employee moved scoop to dishwasher area to clean.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lids at back of parking lot open.
Sep 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment: - due to tags not having dates on them, they cannot be catalogued correctly.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served: - several of the tags were not marked with the date the last item was sold.
No soap provided at handwash sink: - he's in kitchen by dish machine no soap.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed: - establishment's license is current but they have not printed it yet.
Equipment in poor repair: - air conditioning in the establishment is not working.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment: - two knives between make-line and table. Manager removed and took the knives to the kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit: - rice scoop in standing water temping at 85° F.
Light not functioning: - walk-in freezer light not working correctly. Will not turn on when the switch is turned on (attempts to turn on).
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees: - men's restroom does not have a hand washing sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust: - left side exterior of right make-line dirty from knives being stored between it and the table next to it. Kitchen employee cleaned during inspection.
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