BUSTER'S BISTRO
300 S SANFORD AVE, Sanford FL 32771 · 407-732-4316
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 22 visits since September 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live roaches by kitchen entrance
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $300
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025073654 | Oct 7, 2025 | Mar 3, 2026 | $300 |
Inspection history
22 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found -1 live, small flying insect in main kitchen area
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -sliced cheese 39-52F, per employee portion of cheese stored above the fill line overnight, employee discarded the portion stored above the fill line
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -milk stored in walk-in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -large white cutting board stored on top of reach-in cooler is stained
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink in bar area used as dump sink, coffee present
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -QUATERNARY AMMONIA for triple sink and buckets -CHLORINE for dishwasher
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cooked corned beef, per operator stored in walk-in cooler since Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee cell phone stored on shelf above reach-in cooler, employee removed
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -throughout the kitchen
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -multiple container lids cracked in reach-in coolers, employee discarded
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -short reach-in cooler underneath register in bar area, operator installed an air temperature thermometer
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -short reach-in cooler underneath the register behind the bar
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -two-door stand-up reach-in cooler in kitchen -short reach-in cooler underneath the register behind the bar
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -throughout kitchen
Hole in or other damage to wall. -below potato chopper
Ice buildup in white chest reach-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of fryers have an accumulation of beef tallow -dish racks soiled -exterior of salt and sugar containers
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -bar reach-in cooler underneath register
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. -medicine stored with chocolate syrup, operator removed
Live, small flying insects found -1 live, small flying insect over bar soda gun in bar area -3 live, small flying insects over ice well in bar area
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach crawling on kitchen floor, operator killed and discarded
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -butter 76F, per operator less than 2 hours stored on prep table, operator placed under Time As Public Health Control
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -heavy whipping cream in bar reach-in cooler per employee opened more than 24 hours ago, employee dated
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -table mounted can opener blade soiled -slicer on prep table soiled -inside of ice machine
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear exit door
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -throughout kitchen
Hole in or other damage to wall. -below potato chopper
Ice buildup in white chest reach-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of fryers have an accumulation of beef tallow -dish racks soiled -exterior of salt and sugar containers
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -bar reach-in cooler underneath register
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. -equipment stored over single service items on rack in rear storage area
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -triple sink faucet
Oct 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both men's and women's bathrooms
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. -dishmachine in kitchen not being used per City of Sanford due to wastewater clogging municipal waste system -dishmachine in bar area not functioning properly, employee stated repairs have been scheduled
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -broken floor tiles harboring standing water throughout the kitchen
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear hallway door
Oct 8, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of ice machine has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both men's and women's bathrooms
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -over triple sink
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -multiple cutting boards on tops of reach-in coolers
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. -dishmachine in kitchen not being used per City of Sanford due to wastewater clogging municipal waste system -dishmachine in bar area not functioning properly, employee stated repairs have been scheduled
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor and drain underneath triple sink significantly soiled
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -broken floor tiles harboring standing water throughout the kitchen
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. -wooden pallets
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -mop sink soiled -sides of cooking equipment have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -shelf underneath table-top grill has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear hallway door
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall underneath and above triple sink heavily soiled
Oct 7, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 34 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority4 Intermediate23 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found -1 live, small flying insect over triple sink sprayer -1 live, small flying insect over floor drain underneath triple sink -4 live, small flying insects on soda gun nozzle in bar area
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. -bar triple sink tested 0ppm, employee drained
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw beef stored over cured meats in walk-in cooler, operator relocated the raw beef
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. -floor drain in kitchen nearest to only handwash sink backing up while handwash sink is in operation
Sewage/wastewater backing up through sinks. -Only handwash sink in kitchen, operator disassembled plumbing underneath, snaked pipe, reassembled plumbing, upon reassembly sink is still backing up
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. -operator elevated
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cheese curds 48F, per operator less than 2 hours stored on insufficient ice bath, operator added ice to rapidly cool -butter 88F, per operator less than 2 hours stored on shelf next to sandwich press, operator relocated to reach-in freezer to rapidly cool. Advised operator of option to utilize Time As Public Health Control.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. -provided Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of ice machine has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -only handwash sink in kitchen area not accessible due to improper drainage
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink inside stall in men's bathroom, operator restocked
Bathroom facility not clean. -women's bathroom: mirror soiled -men's bathroom: toilet, sinks, and mirrors are soiled
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both men's and women's bathrooms
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -plastic bowl stored in flour container, operator removed
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -over triple sink
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -multiple cutting boards on tops of reach-in coolers
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. -dishmachine in kitchen not being used per City of Sanford due to wastewater clogging municipal waste system -dishmachine in bar area not functioning properly, employee stated repairs have been scheduled
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee scarf hanging off walk-in cooler shelf, operator removed
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. -bar triple sink, operator drained
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -broken floor tiles harboring standing water
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor and drain underneath triple sink significantly soiled
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -broken floor tiles harboring standing water throughout the kitchen
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. -wooden pallets
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -ice bin in bar area, employee removed
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster, operator posted
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -mop sink soiled -sides of cooking equipment have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -shelf underneath table-top grill has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Open dumpster lids.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear hallway door
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall underneath and above triple sink heavily soiled
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -wet wiping cloth stored on prep table at entrance to kitchen, operator relocated to sanitizer bucket
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -salt and sugar containers, operator labeled
Jun 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor in kitchen under cooking equipment has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -bar dishwasher rack soiled -sides of reach-in coolers have an accumulation of grease and food debris -mop sink soiled -top of stove has an accumulation of grease and food debris -sides of fryers have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -handwash sink and paper towel dispenser in kitchen soiled
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door
May 30, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -potato slicer -multiple white cutting boards stained throughout the kitchen
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor in kitchen under cooking equipment has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -bar dishwasher rack soiled -sides of reach-in coolers have an accumulation of grease and food debris -mop sink soiled -top of stove has an accumulation of grease and food debris -sides of fryers have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -handwash sink and paper towel dispenser in kitchen soiled
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in dishwashing area soiled -wall behind cooking equipment -walls around handwash sink in kitchen have an accumulation of grease and food debris
May 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink, operator relocated
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -potato slicer -multiple white cutting boards stained throughout the kitchen
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink behind bar, operator restocked
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cooked chicken wings per operator stored in walk-in cooler for 2 days, operator labeled
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -multiple tanks stored behind rear door
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -over dishwashing area
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor in kitchen under cooking equipment has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -bar dishwasher rack soiled -sides of reach-in coolers have an accumulation of grease and food debris -mop sink soiled -top of stove has an accumulation of grease and food debris -sides of fryers have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -handwash sink and paper towel dispenser in kitchen soiled
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in dishwashing area soiled -wall behind cooking equipment -walls around handwash sink in kitchen have an accumulation of grease and food debris
Mar 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath triple sink -floor in outdoor walk-in cooler -floor underneath cooking equipment has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -white chest reach-in freezers
Feb 18, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -electric smoker, 2 chest freezers, and a walk-in cooler added to outdoor area
Equipment in poor repair. -outdoor walk-in cooler equipment leaking water
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath triple sink -floor in outdoor walk-in cooler -floor underneath cooking equipment has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -white chest reach-in freezers
Jan 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -electric smoker, 2 chest freezers, and a walk-in cooler added to outdoor area
Equipment in poor repair. -outdoor walk-in cooler equipment leaking water
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -outdoor walk-in cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath triple sink -floor in outdoor walk-in cooler -floor underneath cooking equipment has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout the kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -white chest reach-in freezers
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -outdoor walk-in cooler
Dec 4, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -electric smoker, 2 chest freezers, and a walk-in cooler added to outdoor area
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.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Equipment in poor repair. -outdoor walk-in cooler equipment leaking water
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -outdoor walk-in cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath triple sink -floor in outdoor walk-in cooler -floor underneath cooking equipment has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout the kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -white chest reach-in freezers
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of dry goods containers soiled -mop sink heavily soiled -exterior of white chest freezers have an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of large round trash cans soiled
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -outdoor walk-in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in dishwashing area have an accumulation of grease, food debris, and black, mold-like substance -wall behind potato slicer -wall around handwash sink in kitchen
Nov 19, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority6 Intermediate14 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -interior of smoker has an accumulation of grease and food debris -inside of ice machine has a significant accumulation of black, mold-like substance -can opener blade -white cutting boards on top of reach-in coolers are stained -potato slicer
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -CHLORINE for dishwashers -QUATERNARY AMMONIA for triple sink
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -electric smoker, 2 chest freezers, and a walk-in cooler added to outdoor area
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.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Equipment in poor repair. -outdoor walk-in cooler equipment leaking water
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -outdoor walk-in cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath triple sink -floor in outdoor walk-in cooler -floor underneath cooking equipment has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout the kitchen.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. -in outdoor food storage/preparation area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -white chest reach-in freezers
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -both reach-in coolers in cooking area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of dry goods containers soiled -mop sink heavily soiled -exterior of white chest freezers have an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of large round trash cans soiled
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. -outdoor storage area
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -outdoor walk-in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in dishwashing area have an accumulation of grease, food debris, and black, mold-like substance -wall behind potato slicer -wall around handwash sink in kitchen
Nov 18, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 33 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority13 Intermediate18 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -2 live, small flying insect in kitchen -1 live, small flying insect in dishwashing area below triple sink
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -butter 78F, per operator stored on shelf next panini press less than 3 hours, operator relocated to lower portion of reach-in cooler to rapidly cool -reach-in cooler: sliced cheese 48F and sliced ham 47F, per operator stored in reach-in cooler since Saturday, 11/16/2024, operator discarded
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -whipping cream in bar area reach-in cooler
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. -Provided Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events poster.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -interior of smoker has an accumulation of grease and food debris -inside of ice machine has a significant accumulation of black, mold-like substance -can opener blade -white cutting boards on top of reach-in coolers are stained -potato slicer
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -marked handwash sink behind bar used to store pitchers, employee removed
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -CHLORINE for dishwashers -QUATERNARY AMMONIA for triple sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in kitchen, employee restocked
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -electric smoker, 2 chest freezers, and a walk-in cooler added to outdoor area
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. -burgers and steaks, provided consumer advisory
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -smoked wings in lower portion of right side reach-in cooler, per operator smoked on 11/13/2024, lacking date marking, operator dated
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling tile displaced over storage area.
Equipment in poor repair. -outdoor walk-in cooler equipment leaking water
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -outdoor walk-in cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath triple sink -floor in outdoor walk-in cooler -floor underneath cooking equipment has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout the kitchen.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. -in outdoor food storage/preparation area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -white chest reach-in freezers
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice bin behind bar, employee removed
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -Provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -both reach-in coolers in cooking area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of dry goods containers soiled -mop sink heavily soiled -exterior of white chest freezers have an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of large round trash cans soiled
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. -outdoor storage area
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -outdoor walk-in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in dishwashing area have an accumulation of grease, food debris, and black, mold-like substance -wall behind potato slicer -wall around handwash sink in kitchen
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -wet wiping cloth stored on bar with spray bottle, employee discarded
Jun 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board at make station -can opener on prep table -French fryer maker (hangs on wall)
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -missing at door leading to storeroom
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cigarettes above reach in cooler
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -walk in cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -around cook line and reach ins in kitchen -cove molding throughout kitchen and storeroom
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -kitchen floor and drain areas
Food stored on floor. -panko in hallway
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. -hood and wall behind cookline soiled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -tool caddy on prep table -floor drains in bar soiled
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board at make station -can opener on prep table -French fryer maker (hangs on wall)
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. -accessible toilet/stall in women's restroom is out of service. Other stall is fully functional
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -missing at door leading to storeroom
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cigarettes above reach in cooler
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -walk in cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -around cook line and reach ins in kitchen -cove molding throughout kitchen and storeroom
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -kitchen floor and drain areas
Food stored on floor. -panko in hallway
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. -hood and wall behind cookline soiled
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -in women's bathroom
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -tool caddy on prep table -floor drains in bar soiled
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 4, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. - at doorway to air handler room
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - kitchen floor tiles cracked; gap at clean out drain
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -walk in cooler
Nov 13, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both men's and women's bathroom doors
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. - at doorway to air handler room
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. -handwash sink in kitchen missing handle
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under and behind cooking equipment in kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - kitchen floor tiles cracked; gap at clean out drain
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. - fans in kitchen - exterior of cooking equipment - hood filters
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -walk in cooler
Sep 13, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both men's and women's bathroom doors
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. - at doorway to air handler room
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. -handwash sink in kitchen missing handle
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under and behind cooking equipment in kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - kitchen floor tiles cracked; gap at clean out drain
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. - fans in kitchen - exterior of cooking equipment - hood filters
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -walk in cooler
Sep 12, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -sliced yellow cheese 46F, sliced Swiss cheese 47F; sliced white cheese 45F, chopped lettuce 45F, -see stop sale
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both men's and women's bathroom doors
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. - at doorway to air handler room
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. -handwash sink in kitchen missing handle
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under and behind cooking equipment in kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - kitchen floor tiles cracked; gap at clean out drain
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. - fans in kitchen - exterior of cooking equipment - hood filters
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -walk in cooler
Sep 11, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -in walk in cooler mashed potato 47F, chicken soup 46F, poutine 46F. Mashed potatoes and chicken soup cooling since previous night, poutine cooling since day before yesterday
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Tested 10 ppm chlorine. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live roaches by kitchen entrance
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -sliced yellow cheese 46F, sliced Swiss cheese 47F; sliced white cheese 45F, chopped lettuce 45F, -see stop sale
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -meat slicer soiled
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -garlic in oil
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both men's and women's bathroom doors
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -bowls on storage rack in mop sink room
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. -bowls next to chemicals and air handler in mop sink room
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. - at doorway to air handler room
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. -handwash sink in kitchen missing handle
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -floor of walk in cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under and behind cooking equipment in kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - kitchen floor tiles cracked; gap at clean out drain
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. - fans in kitchen - exterior of cooking equipment - hood filters
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -walk in cooler
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.