CHERRY LAUREL
1009 CONCORD RD, Tallahassee FL 32308 · 850.656.8758
Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Turkey placed in sink with no running water. Operator placed Turkey in cooler for proper thawing process.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup inside walk-in freezer.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over beef in walk in cooler. Employee placed beef over shell eggs 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 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.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee jacket hanging on bread rack in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with mold-like substance. Observed mold-like substance on food racks and wall in dry storage area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed To Go plates in a box stored on floor in dry storage area.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Did not observed consumer advisory. Provided operator a copy of a consumer advisory, and he posted it during time of inspection.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter expired.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed glass bowls not inverted in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Turkey placed in sink with no running water. Operator placed Turkey in cooler for proper thawing process.
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