CASA GRANDE BAR & GRILL MIDTOWN
1800 THOMASVILLE ROAD STE 21, Tallahassee FL 32303 · 850-544-4215
Last inspected Dec 10, 2025 · 11 visits since December 2023
SEP 24
FEB 25
APR 25
JUL 25
DEC 25
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by one live roach found on shelf leg by steam table.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024058155 | Sep 30, 2024 | Feb 10, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Dec 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator refilled dispenser.
Jul 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
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/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tank not tied down in kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing. Missing ceiling tile in kitchen above dish tank area.
Apr 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Feb 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 26, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Dish machine tested at 10ppm. Hose line for sanitizer observed in sanitizer bucket. Manager fixed hoses and primed machine. Tested at 100ppm.
Food stored in ice used for drinks. Lime juice shaker stored in ice bin. See stop sale.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in walkin cooler. Employee rearranged items at time of inspection.
Roach activity present as evidenced by one live roach found on shelf leg by steam table.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food stored in ice used for drinks. Lime juice shaker stored in ice bin. See stop sale.
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. Horchata drink temperature was 46F, per employee horchata in location overnight. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Horchata drink temperature was 46F, per employee horchata in location overnight. See stop sale
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet by back door.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No certification for manager on duty Armando Mejide
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. 2 cooks and 3 servers.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In kitchen area above dishwasher there is a hole in the ceiling.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher by produce cooler.
Oct 8, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 30, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately ten live roaches on reach in cooler in kitchen area. Manager began discarding roaches and cleaning/sanitizing area during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shredded lettuce.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed shredded lettuce 53F at 3:00. Per manager prepped and cooling since 10:30. See stop sale.
Containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet containers stacked in dish area not allowing to properly air dry.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed food service license available expired 06-01-24.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately three dead roaches in the following locations at kitchen area: two dead on floor next to hand wash sink and one dead on make table. Employee discarded all roaches and cleaned/sanitized areas during inspection.
Exterior back door in kitchen/dish area has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside
Jun 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate0 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. Observed cooked chicken 58F in reach in cooler at cook line. Per employee cooked and cooling since yesterday. See stop sale.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed food service license expired 06-01-24.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk in Cooler: shredded mozzarella 45F, 46F, ground beef 50F, shredded chicken 45F, cheese dip 46F, beef 45F, salsa 48F, diced tomatoes 48F, pork and chicken empanadas 48F, and sour cream 49F. Cook Line Make Table: raw beef 51F, raw chicken 51F, and raw beef strips 48F. Cook Line Cold Hold: sliced tomatoes 51F Cook Line Reach in Cooler: chicken wings 48F, cooked chicken 58F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple food items held above 41F in the following locations: Walk in Cooler: shredded mozzarella 45F, 46F, ground beef 50F, shredded chicken 45F, cheese dip 46F, beef 45F, salsa 48F, diced tomatoes 48F, pork and chicken empanadas 48F, and sour cream 49F. Ambient temperature: 46F. Per manager ice build-up at back of walk in cooler ventilation prevented proper cold holding ambient temperature since yesterday. See stop sale. Cook Line Make Table: raw beef 51F, raw chicken 51F, and raw beef strips 48F at 3:00. Per manager held since 8:00. See stop sale. Cook Line Cold Hold: sliced tomatoes 51F. Per manager held since 8:00. See stop sale. Cook Line Reach in Cooler: chicken wings 48F. Per manager held since yesterday. See stop sale. Per manager maintenance will be scheduled for repair.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold-like substance inside soda gun nozzle at bar area.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed three cooks with no proof of food handler training.
Feb 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cheese in large walk-in cooler. Employee moved eggs below cheese. Raw chicken stored over raw fish in small walk-in. Employee moved chicken to bottom.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand wash sink. Restocked at 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. Observed 3 servers, 2 cooks hired over 60 days per employee in charge at time of inspection.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In server station ice bin. Removed during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Buildup of grease/residue/spice on exterior of spice shaker on cook line.
Silverware on expo stored food contact surface up. Employee inverted silverware at time of inspection.
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.