DICK MONDELL'S BURGERS AND FRIES
1808 S MONROE ST, Tallahassee FL 32301 · 5182652263
Last inspected Jan 29, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed tomatoes 50F and lettuce 51F.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food item cold holding less than 4 hours: Lettuce 47F. Operator placed lettuce inside reach in freezer during time of inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of French fries stored on floor inside walk in freezer. Operator properly placed box of fries during time of inspection.
Water leaking from faucet at handwashing sink near soda machine in drive thru.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee on cook line touching clothes while wearing gloves. Informed employee to remove gloves and wash hands during time of inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed ground beef cold holding for more than 4 hours: 47F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tomatoes 50F cold holding for less than 4 hour. Observed ground beef cold holding for more than 4 hours: 47F. Corrective Action Taken**
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above office space.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef patty 45°F, chicken patty 45°F, per manager placed 3 hours ago, manager placed in an ice bath.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed all purpose cleaner stored on prep table next to drink.
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents with grease accumulation.
Open dumpster lid.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed tomatoes 50F and lettuce 51F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tomatoes 50F and lettuce 51F in expo cooler. Per manager not sure on how long in expo cooler, manager disposed of tomatoes and lettuce.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee prepping food no hair restraint. Employee put on hair restraint.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light-cover missing near dish rack.
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.