CATERING CAPERS ALA CARTE
2915 E PARK AVE STE 6, Tallahassee FL 32301 · 850-385-5953
Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
APR 24
JUL 24
APR 25
MAR 26
MAY 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed 6/1/24. Operator renewed license during inspection.
★ 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--2024047512 | Jul 23, 2024 | Jul 22, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed opened employee beverage on food prep table.
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of advil stored on food prep table. Operator properly placed medicine during time of inspection.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottle containing bleach unlabeled. Employee labeled bleach during time off inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of cooking oil stored on floor inside dry storage area. Operator properly placed oil during time off inspection.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open drink inside reach in cooler, and walk in cooler. Operator removed drink from inside walk in cooler during time of inspection.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box containing cups stored on floor in dry storage area. Operator properly placed cups during time of inspection.
Apr 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 5 dented cans of Garbanzo Entero, and one can of Cream of mushroom.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed drink picture stored inside hand sink in prep kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone and keys on food preparation table.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of beef and box containing milk stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking at hand sink next to prep sink.
Dec 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 24, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed that bay garage doors not reflected on plans from 2019. Food preparation is done in area with bay garage doors. 9/21/24.
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. Call back 9/21/24.
Jul 23, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 17 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 priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed 6/1/24. Operator renewed license during inspection.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately one hundred and thirty-two droppings in the following locations: approximately 17 under pan storage rack located in the back prep area, approximately 30 under two-door reach in cooler in back prep area, two on prep table with mixer in back prep area, five under canned goods rack in store room, seven on pan rack with colanders and stock pots, four in clear bin on storage rack with colanders, approximately 23 under and around storage shelving near garage door, approximately nine under flour and sugar bins next to walk in cooler, approximately thirty five under staircase and shelving near ice machine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in cooks station.
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. within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed that bay garage doors not reflected on plans from 2019. Food preparation is done in area with bay garage doors. 9/21/24.
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. Call back 9/21/24.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink in cooks station.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup being used to scoop flour, panko and sugar.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed bay door in kitchen area with gap.
Food stored on floor. Observed butter balls stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall near light switch in back prep area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of food and grease debris on stove and ovens.
Light not functioning. Observed light burned out in dry storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at sink in cooks station.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed garage roll up door in kitchen area not closing properly.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand wash sink in back prep area with plumbing in disrepair, leaking through wall.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust pitting walk in cooler shelves.
Apr 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine(advil) stored top of prep table.
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. Emailed flyer to GM.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with bleach not labeled. GM placed label.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal cellphone on prep table next to grapes.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear lids wet nesting in ware washing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents with grease accumulation.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not stored inverted. GM disposed of filters.
Dec 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink.
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. Manager moved items from in front on the employee hand sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Food stored on floor inside the walk in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.