CAPONE'S BISTRO AND BILLIARDS
10463 COUNTY LINE RD, Spring Hill FL 34609 · 352.688.9965
Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
JAN 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
OCT 25
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw Chicken (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef (47F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (49F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler on cook line. Employee removed items and placed them in a different cooler.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023020694 | Feb 3, 2023 | May 4, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 7, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in bar area and could not be made accessible at the end of the inspection. Handwash sink is not able to be used.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Manager training for Leslee Starz expired on 03/29/2026.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap at handwash sink off of cook line and no handwash soap at handwash sink in bar. Bottle of soap stored at three compartment sink for use two steps away.
Multiple carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured near handwash sink on cook line and storage closet near bag in the box soda station.
May 11, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in bar area and could not be made accessible at the end of the inspection. Handwash sink is not able to be used.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Manager training for Leslee Starz expired on 03/29/2026.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap at handwash sink off of cook line and no handwash soap at handwash sink in bar. Bottle of soap stored at three compartment sink for use two steps away.
Multiple carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured near handwash sink on cook line and storage closet near bag in the box soda station.
May 1, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in bar area and could not be made accessible at the end of the inspection. Handwash sink is not able to be used.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Manager training for Leslee Starz expired on 03/29/2026.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap at handwash sink off of cook line and no handwash soap at handwash sink in bar. Bottle of soap stored at three compartment sink for use two steps away.
Multiple carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured near handwash sink on cook line and storage closet near bag in the box soda station.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cook line across from grill.
Apr 30, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw Chicken (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef (47F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (49F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler on cook line. Employee removed items and placed them in a different cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in bar area and could not be made accessible at the end of the inspection. Handwash sink is not able to be used.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Manager training for Leslee Starz expired on 03/29/2026.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line and in bar area. Employee placed paper towels.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap at handwash sink off of cook line and no handwash soap at handwash sink in bar. Bottle of soap stored at three compartment sink for use two steps away.
Multiple carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured near handwash sink on cook line and storage closet near bag in the box soda station.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cook line across from grill.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces soiled: There is a build-up of grease on the hood filters. Both reach-in coolers have a mold-like substance or slime around the gaskets. The operator cleaned the gaskets.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No soap provided at handwash sink. The hand sink in the kitchen area had no soap. The operator placed hand soap.
One bottle in the bar area by the hand sink is not labeled. The operator labeled the bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. The operator cleaned the interior of the ice machine.
Ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. The tile in front of the walk-in cooler.
There are missing ceiling tiles in the dry storage area in the kitchen.
Apr 11, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Establishment changed ownership from Capone\2019s Inc to Rockstarz Inc on 01/01/2025 and is currently open and operating under new ownership. Priority: High Priority
Observed: 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. - Ice machine location changed, moved into kitchen. - Cabinets in kitchen removed and replaced with storage shelves. - Bar location changed and added outside of kitchen entrance with a four compartment sink and a handwash sink installed. Establishment only has 1 bar. Original bar is removed. Priority: Intermediate
Jan 16, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Establishment changed ownership from Capone’s Inc to Rockstarz Inc on 01/01/2025 and is currently open and operating under new ownership. Priority: High Priority
Observed: 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. - Ice machine location changed, moved into kitchen. - Cabinets in kitchen removed and replaced with storage shelves. - Bar location changed and added outside of kitchen entrance with a four compartment sink and a handwash sink installed. Establishment only has 1 bar. Original bar is removed. Priority: Intermediate
Aug 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Observed Raw Beef (52F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Sliced Cheeses (52F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beef (53F - Cold Holding); Mushrooms (49F - Cold Holding); Chicken (50F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler at 2:15 PM. Operator stated items had been in cooler overnight and a temperature was not taken today.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw Beef (52F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Sliced Cheeses (52F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beef (53F - Cold Holding); Canned Mushrooms (49F - Cold Holding); Chicken (50F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler at 2:15 PM. Operator stated items had been in cooler overnight and a temperature was not taken today. Operator discarded items.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator had a bleach that wasn't approved for food contact surfaces. Operator went to store and purchased correct bleach.
Jan 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee in bar cutting limes with their bare hands. Discussed proper procedure with operator and employee with handling ready-to-eat items. Employee put on gloves.
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 container of half and half in bar opened without a date on container. Employee stated it had been opened for less than 7 days. Discussed date marking with operator and employee. Employee dated.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in the storage room off the cook line next to soda bag in the box station. Operator secured.
Sep 25, 2023Inspection 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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Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in storage area off cook line. Operator secured.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed bartender cleaning glasses in an incorrect order. Bartender washed, sanitized, then rinsed glass in three compartment sink. Discussed proper order with bartender and operator. Instructed employee to clean glasses again in correct order.
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