CHECKERS #3209
1377 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee FL 32301 · 850.877.1780
Last inspected Aug 29, 2025 · 10 visits since October 2023
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AUG 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 12 live small flying insects throughout kitchen, on cook line, and ware washing area.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025061178 | Jul 28, 2025 | Nov 3, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 28, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 live small flying insects in food preparation area, and 2 live small flying insects near ware washing area.
Aug 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 live small flying insects in food preparation area, and 2 live small flying insects near ware washing area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding inside reach in cooler for less than 4 hours: Sliced tomatoes 50F Lettuce 47F. Operator placed food items inside reach in cooler during time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda machine surface in drive thru soiled with mold like substance. Operator cleaned machine during time of inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout establishment accumulated with mold like substance.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid during time of inspection.
Jul 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 12 live small flying insects throughout kitchen, on cook line, and ware washing area.
Jul 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 12 live small flying insects throughout kitchen, on cook line, and ware washing 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 stored on top of buns in food prep area. Employee removed cell phone during time of inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Mar 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 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 three compartment sink.
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 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.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile in kitchen above fryers.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile above drive thru area in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan on top of soda machine soiled with slime and dust.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on shelves of reach in color across from three compartment sink
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed outlet stored next to soda machine in disrepair.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce 48F, sliced tomatoes 48F, inside reach in cooler across from walk up window, per manager stored 2 hours ago, placed on ice bath.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed cut lettuce 48F, sliced tomatoes 48F,. Thermometer reading 48F. Reach in cooler across from walk up window.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in freezer.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in cooler under shake machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust on shelving throughout establishment.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on inserts in ware washing area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed clam shells stored upright near expo cooler. Manager stored properly.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak at faucet, mop sink.
Mar 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop in mop sink not hung to dry properly.
Oct 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cheese sauce, chili, pickles, hot dogs in stand up reach in cooler stored more than 24 hours no date marking. Manager placed dates on items.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents with dust accumulation.
Food stored on floor. Observed ice stored on floor in freezer. Manager removed ice from floor.
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