CHICK-FIL-A FSU #4159
16110 HAMMOCK RIDGE RD, Clermont FL 34711 · 954-426-5144
Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found -live near chicken cooking area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found -live near chicken cooking area
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of tea urns
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -by drive thru
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -by walk in freezer, operator replaced
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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. -Layah
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -double entry doors
Floor area(s) covered with standing water near dish area and by hand sink by walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -speed rack in walk in cooler has residue buildup
Wall and ceiling soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at mop sink.
Sep 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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/
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. -4 employees
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided copy to operator.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -upright chicken cooler on cook line
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Around mop sink and dish rack across from triple sink.
Sep 12, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. -158.0F after running machine 3 times. Heat strip applied to dish also did not turn black.
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/
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. -hand sink by soup warmer, operator replaced battery.
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. -4 employees
Drain cover(s) missing in fryer station and under triple sink. Operator replaced.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -dish area
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided copy to operator.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -upright chicken cooler on cook line
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Around mop sink and dish rack across from triple sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -employee handled an iPad like tablet, then continued cooking eggs on the line with no glove change
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of tea containers in kitchen
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. -several employees
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -green cutting board in dish
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on upright reach in cooler by walk in freezer
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -over triple sink and mop sink
Jan 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. 157F
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -employee handled an iPad like tablet, then continued cooking eggs on the line with no glove change
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of tea containers in kitchen
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. -several employees
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. -by walk in freezer, operator fixed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -green cutting board in dish
Food stored on floor. -oil on cook line by fryers
Light not functioning over egg grill.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on upright reach in cooler by walk in freezer
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -over triple sink and mop sink
Jul 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -license expired 4/1/24
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -iced tea containers on front line and in kitchen
No soap provided at handwash sink. -in kitchen by cook line
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -4+ current employees training expired
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -green cutting board on rack cross from salad prep station
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. -order is in for repair, operator not using dish machine at this time.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone stored on top of breading mix in back prep area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair on front line by shake machine
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -unwashed veggies over cut lettuce in walk in cooler.
Feb 28, 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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Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Employee making drinks with nail polish.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -toaster interior in kitchen area is soiled.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager on duty unable to show certificate and stated it is expired. One other manager on duty with a current certificate.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Two current employees certificates are expired, dated 2020.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Raw chicken thawing cabinet handles are soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Fans in walk in cooler are dusty. -Exterior of grills have a residue buildup.
Sanitizer bucket stored over chicken prep table in back area.
Unwashed lettuce stored over cooked chicken and prepped corn in walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on top of flour container by salad station.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Flour in a container not labeled by salad station.
Sep 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Right side of condenser when entering the walk in freezer
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet handle and sprayer at the three compartment sink
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.