CAPTAIN D'S #3788
151 E ORANGE AVE, Tallahassee FL 32301 · 850.325.1100
Last inspected Oct 2, 2025 · 7 visits since July 2023
FEB 24
JUL 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
OCT 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed 6/1/24.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025074745 | Oct 1, 2025 | Nov 10, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Oct 2, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Observed: 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. Violation is being addressed on previous inspection. Priority: Intermediate
Oct 1, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 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 priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Coleslaw cold holding for less than 4 hours at 63F. Operator stored food item inside walk in cooler during time of inspection. Priority: High Priority
Observed: 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. Violation is being addressed on previous inspection. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling above food preparation table and three compartment sink in disrepair. Priority: Basic
Observed: Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed waste water leaking from ceiling onto food preparation table across from three compartment sink and onto ground of establishment where employee are walking through. Priority: Basic
Observed: Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Priority: Basic
Observed: Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on food prep table. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor area(s) covered with standing water throughout establishment. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with accumulation of food debris. Priority: Basic
Observed: Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking at three compartment sink. Priority: Basic
Jul 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes and utensils stored inside hand sink next to microwaves.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at all hand sinks throughout kitchen. Operator added soap during time of inspection.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand sink across from prep sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents soiled with grease.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go plates stored on floor in dry storage area. Operator properly placed plates during time of inspection.
Jan 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink next to fryers.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwashing sink next to fryers.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off on handwashing sink located next to reach in cooler. Operator turned on hot water during time of inspection. Temperature 86F
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed and posted current restaurant license during time of inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at threshold of back door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulation on hood vents.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed very slow draining in mop sink.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed 6/1/24.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at any hand wash sinks.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwash sink near employee entrance.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at handwash sink near employee entrance at 73F
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food, no hair restraint. Employee put on hat.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled with food, water, trash behind ice machine, steamer, expo cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing in mop sink.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed 2 hood vents missing.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching hush puppy mix in reach in cooler.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed standing water in mop sink.
Feb 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dispensers nozzle soaking in hand wash sink across from 3 compartment sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink across from hot holding station.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink across from hot holding station.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at 2 handwashing sinks turned off 65F.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in women's restroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal cell phone on prep table. Manager removed.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed no cover on light in walk in cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve lids stored on floor in storage area. Manager stored properly.
Stored food not covered. Observed fish fillets in walk in cooler not covered. Manager placed lid on container.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside water in bucket. Manager stored inverted.
Jul 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
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. Printed flyer for opearator with procedure on cleaning up vomit and diarrhea.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hws by the stand up cooler on cooks line.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hws at 2 of 3 sinks.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in hws near stand up reach in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed exhaust vents soiled with grease and dust throughout kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed current license and posted
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed fryers, ovens with grease build up in cooks area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls with grease build up throughout kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking in prep sink.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed no quat sanitizer in sanitizer bucket.
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.