CAFE NOLA
400 E NELSON AVENUE, Defuniak Springs FL 32433 · 850-610-8800
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Observed roach activity as evidenced by two live roaches found in the following locations: one live roach under rear kitchen hand sink and one live roach on floor under near the triple sink area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $3,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024048641 | Aug 14, 2024 | Sep 16, 2024 | $800 |
| 6--2023043829 | Aug 1, 2023 | Dec 11, 2023 | — |
| 6--2022035436 | Jul 20, 2022 | Dec 21, 2022 | $800 |
| 6--2022033630 | Jul 6, 2022 | Aug 11, 2022 | $800 |
| 6--2020051905 | Nov 3, 2020 | Dec 3, 2020 | $400 |
| 6--2018039865 | Jul 19, 2018 | Aug 21, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed one gallon of milk stored in upright cooler without date mark, opened 07/25/26 per operator.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Stephanie Hinote John David Eaves
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in far restroom closest to dish wash area entrance in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents with heavy buildup of grease. Observed electrical safety cable above make table and food prep table with accumulation of dust. Observed fan guards in upright cooler with accumulation of black mold-like substance and dust.
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Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall under hood vents with accumulation of food and dust.
Mar 10, 2026Inspection 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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Bathroom facility in disrepair. Restrooms at rear of dining room inoperable per operator. Utilizing restrooms in front part of establishment.
Equipment in poor repair. Make table in kitchen inoperable. No food stored at time of inspection.
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, or dust, in kitchen food prep area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Oct 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed in Upright cooler located in kitchen house made etouffee 127F cooling for 3 hours per operator
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in Upright cooler located in kitchen house made etouffee 127F cooling for 3 hours per operator
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple food items in dry storage room top shelf removed from original container not labeled.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in Low boy drawers raw chicken 50F held overnight per operator, raw chicken 52F held since 12:30pm
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Low boy drawers raw chicken 50F held overnight per operator, raw chicken 52F held since 12:30pm
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in kitchen hallway. Operator replaced during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed make/line table in disrepair. No food stored at time of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents with accumulation of dust.
Aug 15, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 14, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed roach activity as evidenced by two live roaches found in the following locations: one live roach under rear kitchen hand sink and one live roach on floor under near the triple sink area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Line make bar - shredded cheese 56, sausage 55, crab 47, crawfish 48, crab stuffing 45, steak 52F Per operator less than 4 hr. Operator Iced items and placed make bar lid over TC.s food.
Observed two dead roaches in the following locations: one on the floor under dining room table adjacent to the front bar and one on floor of front bar storage room. Operator discarded roaches and cleaned and sanitized area.
Jun 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine chlorine reading 10ppm at dish surface. Operator primed dish machine with reading of 50ppm at dish surface.
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 Etouffee temp at 107F for 15 minutes per operator. Placed back in reheating. Reheat temp 182F
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Jan 4, 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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In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container, flour. Operator properly stored during inspection.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Aug 2, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 4 rodent droppings on floor in electrical room.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches on floor under prep sink.
Aug 1, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 4 rodent droppings on floor in electrical room.
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.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches on floor under prep sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils, expo line.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Accumulation of grease on floor under grill.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, above hood system.
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.