DARRELL'S DINER #13
2237 W COUNTY RD 48, Bushnell FL 33513 · 352-444-2318
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 18 two oz portioned salsa (50F - Cold Holding) more than 24 hours per operator in small fridge on wait counter. See stop sale
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ceiling tiles shows damage or is in disrepair above steam table off cook line in kitchen. Ceiling tiles in that area are also not smooth and easily cleanable.
Hole in or other damage to wall in storage area on shelf behind chemicals and cove molding behind large container in the same room. Discussed with the operator.
Jan 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack shell eggs and put on new gloves without washing hands. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. In ware washing area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Employee placed towels in bucket.
Aug 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. An employee washed hand less than 20 seconds, discussed with him and he washed again for 20 seconds
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over fries in reach in freezer. Discussed with operator and he removed beef to the bottom shelf
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 18 two oz portioned salsa (50F - Cold Holding) more than 24 hours per operator in small fridge on wait counter. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 18 two oz portioned salsa (50F - Cold Holding) more than 24 hours per operator in small fridge on wait counter. See stop sale
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. No sign marked on menu for undercooked eggs items. Discussed with operator and she marked *sign on all menu
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/ No certified food manager on duty while 7 employees are working. Manager present 10 minutes later.
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. Samantha Howard training expired 01/19/25
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee's bottled drinks stored with food on same shelf not separated and labeled. Operator removed and put all employee drinks in a label container, and stored them separately in cooler.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. A plastic food container broken, operator discarded
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Bread store on shelf next to trash can and they both touched. Discussed with operator and he removed bread away from the trash can
Plumbing system in disrepair Pipe leaking under triple sinks
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Two soiled dry towels in use on cutting board
May 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In 2 door vertical freezer - open box of Philly cheesesteak over French fries, operator moved beef to bottom
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In small refrigerator at wait station- sour cream packets (50F - Cold Holding); individual cream cheese packs (48F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In small refrigerator at wait station- sour cream packets (50F - Cold Holding); individual cream cheese packs (48F - Cold Holding) see stop sale
Dec 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer opened case of raw beef Philly meat on shelf over bin of portioned fries. In reach in freezer, opened case of raw steak on shelf over cooked ham. Manager moved all during this inspection.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. IFSEA certificates are photocopied card stock. One certificate provided is an original.
Mar 27, 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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Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes and lettuce stored over deli meat, reconstituted potatoes, chicken soup. Employee corrected shelves.
Nov 28, 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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Accumulation of lime scale on the inside/outside of the dishmachine.
Storage area Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.