BEST WESTERN WAKULLA INN & SUITES
3292 COASTAL HIGHWAY, Crawfordville FL 32327 · 850-926-3737
Last inspected Jun 23, 2026 · 5 visits since February 2024
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— STEADY
4 inspections within 9 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Food with mold-like growth. Carton of oat milk with mold-like growth around inside of spout. See stop sale.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2019018762 | Feb 4, 2019 | May 22, 2019 | $160 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jun 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. One gallon and one pitcher of milk inside reach-in cooler missing date marks. Employee stated both were opened on 04/11 and added the proper date marks during this inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Employee unable to provide any sanitizer chemical test kit.
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. Manager unable to provide proof of food handler training available for any employees.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Inspector observed one employee working in kitchen and handling food without proof of food handler training or proof they have been informed of their health reporting responsibilities. Inspector provided manager a new copy of the employee health reporting agreement during this inspection.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. No approved sanitizer available for warewashing in kitchen. Employee stated they only wash and rinse dishes and do not sanitize them. Inspector had an emoloyee retrieve a bottle of bleach from the hotel laundry room and educated employees on proper warewashing procedures. Inspector instructed manager to have employees properly sanitize all dishes.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Cardboard lining shelf inside cabinet below three-compartment sink.
Open dumpster lid. Lids of dumpster left open.
Wood surface not properly sealed. Several shelves in kitchen constructed from unsealed wood.
Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. Carton of oat milk with mold-like growth around inside of spout. See stop sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared in a food establishment and dispensed in a vending machine not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparation. Milk past marked date. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Carton of oat milk observed with mold-like growth on inside of carton, milk observed past its marked date.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Mar 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink only had wash set and rinse no sanitizer set up.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. A Gallon of Milk opened two days previous per employee.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Employee washing dishes did not know how to set up three compartment sink, no sanitizer step set up.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open drink on counter in prep area.
Feb 2, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 06-01-23. Per operator he is in the process of renewing the license during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two spray bottles under sink and next to hand wash sink with no label.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no printed license displayed.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed two damp mops stored inside bucket not allowing to properly dry.
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.