CITY BAR
115 NW 2 AVE, Trenton FL 32693 · 3524631494
Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1. Two flies flying in center of kitchen. 2. One fly on door of reach-in cooler at cookline.
★ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025038109 | Feb 21, 2025 | Sep 16, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Mar 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Plastic pan containing blister pack of pills and toothpaste stored on clean dish rack above clean cups. Manager removed the medicine from the shelf during this inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1. Carton containing raw shell eggs stored on shelf above box containing tomatoes inside walk-in cooler. Manager moved the raw eggs to the bottom shelf during this inspection. 2. Ziplock bag containing frozen raw chicken stored on shelf directly above ziplock bag containing fully-cooked beef inside reach-in freezer at front of kitchen. Manager moved the raw chicken to the bottom shelf during this inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of ice machine soiled with lime-like substance.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Unsealed plywood shelf inside reach-in cooler in bar area.
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Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Two outdoor trash cans without lids in searing area at front of building.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster sitting directly on grass.
Mar 3, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Basket containing cold medicine and burn cream stored on prep table beside single-use cups and lids. Employee removed both items during this inspection.
Live, small flying insects found. One fly crawling on side of pan on clean dish rack.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. 1. Sealed package containing frozen raw hamburger meat stored on shelf above portion bags containing fries inside reach-in freezer in kitchen. 2. Ziplock bags containing frozen raw chicken stored on shelf directly above ziplock bags containing frozen eggrolls on shelf inside reach-in freezer in kitchen. An employee moved all raw foods away from ready to eat foods during this inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Three bottles containing degreaser other cleaning supplies stored in shelf directly beside single-use lids. Employee removed all chemicals from the shelf during this inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Top of walls inside ice machine soiled with lime-like substance.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Several ziplock bags containing thawed ham missing thawed date marks. Bags are all date marked 2/13. Employee stated they were all thawed on 02/28 and added the proper date marks during this inspection.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. One co2 tank not secured in bar area.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Interior of beer cooler lined with unsealed plywood in bar area.
Garbage enclosure area in disrepair. 1. Bottom of dumpster has rusted all the way through. 2. Drain plug missing from dumpster.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster sitting directly on grass/soil.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Two ice buckets on floor in front of ice machine. An employee removed both buckets from the floor during this inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan stored inside kitchen soiled with dust.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old painters tape label left on outside of container stored on clean dish rack.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Back door of kitchen propped open, one fly observed in kitchen. An employee closed the door during this inspection.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Floor under equipment in storage closet and throughout bar area soiled either dirt and debris. An employee swept both areas during this inspection.
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Carton containing raw shell eggs stored on shelf directly above box containing fountain soda syrup inside walk-in cooler. Manager moved the raw eggs to the bottom shelf during this inspection.
Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Interior wall of ice machine cracked on right side.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Both waste receptacles in women's restroom uncovered.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Unsealed plywood shelf inside reach-in cooler in bar area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash signs missing from both handwash sinks in men's restroom.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box containing single-use plastic cups stored directly on floor in storage room.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Wall and ceiling above tabletop fryers in kitchen soiled with grease.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Unused oven stored outside behind building.
May 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found One fly flying in center of kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In pan on stovetop: ground beef (71F - Cold Holding). Employee stated it has been stored at room temperature since 12pm. Employee voluntarily discarded the ground beef during this inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Backflow prevention device missing at spigot on back corner of building, near AC units.
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 food handler training certificates available for any employees. Manager stated one employee who serves drinks has been employed more than 60 days.
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. One new employe serving drinks in bar and handling food in kitchen without proof they have been informed of their health reporting responsibilities. Employee stated she was hired approximately three weeks prior.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Ziplock bag containing chicken wings without date on shelf inside wall-in cooler. Employee stated the chicken wings were cooked on 04/27 and added proper date mark during this inspection.
Food stored on floor. Container of frying oil stored directly on floor in kitchen near wall-in cooler. Employee placed the oil on a shelf during this inspection.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster sitting directly on grass and/or soil behind building.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Drain plug missing from dumpster behind building.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwash sign at handwash sink beside ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of ice machine soiled with dust and/or dirt.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Tub of queso cheese at room temperature on prep table in kitchen. Employee stated the cheese was thawing. The cheese is still frozen. Inspector had employee place the cheese in a cooler to continue to thaw.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. 1. Floor in covered ice machine storage room soiled with dirt and/or debris. 2. Ceiling inside walk-in cooler soiled with mold-like substance.
Feb 22, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 21, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 15 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Sliced tomatoes with date mark of 2/10 on cart inside walk-in cooler. Employee discarded tomatoes during this inspection.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1. 19 rodent droppings on liquor storage shelving on bottom two shelves, beside bottles of liquor. 2. 10 rodent droppings on counter behind handwashing sink beside ice machine in exterior ice storage room.
Time/temperature control for safety food required to be date marked is not date marked and time of opening/preparation cannot be determined. See stop sale. Open jug of milk without date mark in reach-in cooler, near kitchen entrance. Employee unable to determine when the milk was opened.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Backflow prevention device missing at spigot on back corner of building.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Open jug of milk without date mark in reach-in cooler, near kitchen entrance. Employee unable to deter when the milk was opened. Stop sale issued.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days opened commercially processed, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Ziplock bag containing sliced ham with date marked of 1/4 on cart inside walk-in cooler. Employee stated the ham was prepared and frozen on 1/4, but was thawed on 2/18. Employee added proper date marked of during this inspection.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests. 1. 48 dead insects on shelving beside and around liquor bottles inside liquor storage closet. 2. More than 50 dead insects on floor in liquor storage closet below shelving.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single-use condiment cup without handle stored down inside container of "Old Bay" seasoning on shelf in kitchen. Employee removed condiment cup from seasoning during this inspection.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Pan and strainer stored hanging on wall in kitchen near walk-in cooler. Wall is visibly soiled with dust.
Dead roaches on premises. 1. One dead roach on floor in bar area below three-compartment sink. 2. One dead roach on floor in bar area below front counter. Employee swept and discarded both dead roaches during this inspection.
Food stored on floor. 1. Box of tomatoes stored directly on floor inside walk-in cooler. 2. Container of frying oil stored directly on floor in kitchen. Employee removed both items from floor during this inspection.
Insect control device used to electrocute or stun insects not designed to retain insect within the device. But zapper installed hanging from ceiling beside prep table in kitchen, near back door.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box containing single-use foam trays stored directly on floor in kitchen, near storage shelf.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Wall in kitchen near walk-in soiled with dust.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Section of unsealed plywood around air conditioning unit in window over prep table in kitchen.
Oct 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1. Two flies flying in center of kitchen. 2. One fly on door of reach-in cooler at cookline.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Approximately 20 dead beetles on floor below shelving in alcohol storage room. Manager swept up and discarded all dead beetles during this inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Tube of raw hamburger meat and pack of raw bacon stored on shelf directly above bags of apples inside walk-in cooler. Employee moved raw meats to a lower shelf during this inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. 1. Handwashing sink beside ice bathing completely filled with tools and maintenance materials. 2. Grill brick stored inside handwashing sink near three-compartment sink. Inspector removed grill brick from sink before washing hands.
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. One employee working in kitchen and bar areas without proof of food handler training. Employees stated she has been employed more than 60 days.
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. One employee working in kitchen and bar who has not signed the employee health reporting agreement. Inspector provided manager with a new copy during this inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal Halloween costume stored on top of boxed fountain sodas in bar area. Manager removed costume from top of sodas during this inspection.
Food stored on floor. 1. Jug of frying oil stored directly on floor in kitchen near cookline. 2. Case of plastic bottles of water on floor inside walk-in cooler. Employee removed both items from floor during this inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Foil lining shelving in kitchen at cookline soiled with food debris.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Section of pipe below handwash sink near ice machine missing.
Feb 7, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of paint stored on kit floor next to case of cooking oil. Manager moved can of paint to tool closet.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Container of milk in reach-in cooler next to kitchen reach-in freezer. Manager stated item was open on 2/4. Manager added correct date.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice bin for ice machine.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit for three compartment sink.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee creamer stored with restaurant food in reach-in cooler next to kitchen reach-in freezer.
Food stored on floor. Case of cooking oil stored on kitchen floor.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Dumpster behind building.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk-in cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Napkins and to go cups stored in dry storage shed.
Oct 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 4, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
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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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Approximately 50 dead beetles on floor in dry storage room beside boxes of single-use items. 25 dead beetles on floor in dry storage room below alcohol storage shelf. Approximately 200 dead beetles on floor in equipment storage room attached to dry storage room.
Oct 3, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Approximately 50 dead beetles on floor in dry storage room beside boxes of single-use items. 25 dead beetles on floor in dry storage room below alcohol storage shelf. Approximately 200 dead beetles on floor in equipment storage room attached to dry storage room.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Zip bag of frozen comminuted beef stored on shelf above raw shrimp inside reach-in freezer in kitchen. Manager moved comminuted beef to lower shelf during this inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Two bottles of drain cleaner stored directly on top of ice machine. Manager removed drain cleaner from top of ice machine during this inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink near ice machine full of tools, inaccessible.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink near ice machine used to store tools.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test strips for three compartment sink. Chlorine test strips expired 2022.
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/ Four employees present working in kitchen or behind bar without a certified food manager present.
No handwash sign, soap, and/or paper towels/mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink near ice machine missing soap, towels, and handwash sign.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several cracked and missing tiles behind bar area.
Food stored on floor. Boxed fountain machine soda stored directly on floor in dry storage room.
Missing drain plug at dumpster and/or grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster sitting directly on soil. Dumpster behind building missing drain plug.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wooden shelf below three-compartment sink not sealed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Lower shelf of prep table in center of kitchen soiled with rust. Lower shelf of table behind bar near register soiled with rust.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Large gap to outside approximately 1" running all along the walls and ceiling of equipment storage room attached to dry storage room.
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.