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809 NW 21 AVE, Chiefland FL 32626 · 352-493-9400
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 5 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
4 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 54 rodent droppings in kitchen on shelving inside cabinet below handwash sink. Three rodent droppings in kitchen on shelving inside cabinet below three-compartment sink. Cabinets used for storage of cleaning supplies only. Manager began cleaning cabinets during this inspection.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $100
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024000577 | Sep 25, 2023 | May 20, 2024 | $100 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Gallon of milk in reach in cooler opened yesterday morning per person in charge not date marked. Person in charge placed date on milk
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Establishment has quat sanitizer solution but no test strips to check concentration, however establishment does has chlorine test strips.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic ceiling tile exists in kitchen that is not smooth and easily cleanable.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters uncovered and not protected. Single service plates with food contact surface up. Person in charge inverted plates.
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Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. three-compartment sink interior cabinet is molding
Nov 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Two bottles containing rust remover stored on shelf above coffee pot below counter. Manager moved the items during this inspection.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Two opened gallons of milk missing date marked inside cooler in lobby. Manager stated the milks were both opened two days prior and added the proper date marked inside cooler during this inspection.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Establishment uses a quaternary sanitizer in the three-compartment sink, but only provided a chlorine test kit.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Absorbent and porous acoustic ceiling tiles in-use throughout kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Outlet cover missing on wall in counter below three-compartment sink.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Interior of cabinets below three-compartment sink and handwash sink heavily soiled with mold-like substance.
Feb 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Quaternary-bases sanitizer stored below three-compartment sink. Establishment only has chlorine test papers. No chlorine sanitizer available at establishment.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Certified food manager on-duty unaware that dishes need to be sanitized. Inspector reviewed warewashing procedures with manager during this inspection.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Absorbent and porous acoustic ceiling tiles in-use throughout kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach on shelf inside cabinet below waffle maker in lobby. Manager had an employee sweep area during this inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of handwash sink heavily soiled with rust and/or lime-like substance.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. 1. Stained ceiling tiles in kitchen. 2. Interior of cabinets in kitchen soiled with mold-like substance.
Sep 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 25, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 54 rodent droppings in kitchen on shelving inside cabinet below handwash sink. Three rodent droppings in kitchen on shelving inside cabinet below three-compartment sink. Cabinets used for storage of cleaning supplies only. Manager began cleaning cabinets during this inspection.
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