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CANCUN'S SPORTS BAR

2549 W TENNESSEE ST, Tallahassee FL 32304 · 850.878.0351

Last inspected Mar 11, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats150
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4703397
Grade history
FEB 24
FEB 24
JUL 24
JAN 26
MAR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed sewage backing up through floor drain in bar area in front of bar cooler, and sewage water is running from behind bar to front of bar where customers are seated.
High priority/28-26-5/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
6--2024011699Feb 14, 2024Jul 8, 2024$400

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Mar 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust build up on ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen above cooks line.
Basic/36-34-5
Jan 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed guacamole cold holding at 56F for less than 4 hours during time of inspection. Operator placed guacamole inside reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling tile missing above dishwasher.
Basic/36-36-4
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Basic/24-18-4
Nov 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 23, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
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/ Carlos Rico 6/10/2019
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a pen, and dish rag stored in handwashing sink at bar.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator stated their printer is down and he is unable to print current license.
Basic/50-09-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice machine.
Basic/10-08-5
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Basic/24-18-4
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed holes, nails, and paint chipping on wall in dishwashing area.
Basic/36-30-4
Apr 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 14, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator no longer has three compartment sink in bar area, and has added a dishwasher. This violation must be corrected by April 24th 2024
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Feb 14, 2024 · Owner made renovations to bar area. Time extension pending for Plan Review. Time Extended
Feb 14, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed sewage backing up through floor drain in bar area in front of bar cooler, and sewage water is running from behind bar to front of bar where customers are seated.
High priority/28-26-5/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cleaning utensils, and straws in handwashing sink in bar area.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator no longer has three compartment sink in bar area, and has added a dishwasher. This violation must be corrected by April 24th 2024
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in kitchen in front of three compartment sink and ice machine.
Basic/36-22-4
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing.
Basic/33-29-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Sep 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed bartender washed her hands for 7 seconds.
High priority/12A-17-4
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed bar tender touching nose and failed to wash hands.
High priority/12A-10-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soil on drink nozzles in back kitchen area.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed employee using cup to dispense ice.
Basic/14-01-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Inside ice bin at waitress station.
Basic/10-08-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dish rack heavily packed with soil.
Basic/23-03-4
Stored food not covered. Observed individual cups of salsa not covered next to ice machine.
Basic/08B-12-5

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.