EARLEY'S DOR
2450 SHUMARD OAK BLVD BLGD 2, Tallahassee FL 32310
Last inspected May 15, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023
APR 25
JUN 25
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FEB 26
MAY 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach under handwashing sink next to reach in cooler and 1 live roach in dining area behind soda vending machines.
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
May 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust build up on kitchen ceiling tiles/vent in dish area.
Feb 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed following food items cold holding for more than 4 hours: Collard greens 48F Yellow rice 47F Green beans 47F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for more than 4 hours: Collard greens 48F Yellow rice 47F Green beans 47F. Warning**
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items hot holding less than 4 hours: Sausage patties 126F Sausage links 108F. Operator threw food items away at his discretion.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed coleslaw cold holding for more than 24 hours with no date mark. Operator properly date marked food item during time of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dish rag inside hand wash sink across from cash register.
No soap provided at both hand wash sinks. Operator provided soap during time of inspection.
Jun 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles soiled with grease and debris above fryer and triple sink.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen soiled with grease and debris above fryer.
Jun 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs and egg wash stored over and next raw sausage patties. Operator properly separated food items during time of inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed following food item cold holding for more than 4 hours: Egg wash 66F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding less than 4 hours inside reach in cooler next to prep table: Sausage gravy 105F Lettuce 58F Yellow Rice 47F. Operator placed food items inside reach in freezer during time of inspection. Observed following food item cold holding for more than 4 hours: Egg wash 66F. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for less than 4 hours: Chili 96F Swai fish 133F. Operator began to reheat food items during time of inspection.
Apr 11, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 10, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach under handwashing sink next to reach in cooler and 1 live roach in dining area behind soda vending machines.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches under handwashing sink next to reach in cooler, 4 dead roaches under reach in cooler next to back door, 1 dead roach behind front counter in front of cash register and 1 dead roach in front of front counter.
Apr 9, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed dish machine waste water draining onto floor in kitchen.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach under handwashing sink next to reach in cooler and 1 live roach in dining area behind soda vending machines.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed food inside handwashing sink next to soda machine on front counter. Observed water hose and pans inside handwashing next to reach in cooler. Operator removed items during time of inspection.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO tanks not secured properly.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches under handwashing sink next to reach in cooler, 4 dead roaches under reach in cooler next to back door, 1 dead roach behind front counter in front of cash register and 1 dead roach in front of front counter.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee drink on prep table.
Feb 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef and raw shell eggs stored over 1000 island dressing, pickles, and milk in 2 door storage cooler. Raw fish over hash browns in chest freezer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Self serve turkey sandwiches made 2-6-24 marked with a use by date of 2-13-24, 8 days. Use by date changed to 2-12-24.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. American cheese in make table 56F, per manager less than 1 hour. Moved to colder unit at time of inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. No water at hand wash sink by dish area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitizer buckets stored in hand wash sink. Items moved at time of inspection.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Ambient temp in make table cooler 70F.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Self serve Turkey sandwiches not labeled for date product was packaged. Manager wrote preparation date on items at time of inspection.
Nov 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Lima Beans 46F in reach in cooler closet to exit door. Manager disposed of Lima beans.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Lima beans 46F in reach in cooler closet to exit door, per manager stored more than 24 hours ago. Manager disposed of Lima beans.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese stored on salad bar 53F, per manager stored an hour ago. Manager placed into reach in cooler.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Printed for operator to post.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket in hand wash sink near drink dispenser.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents with dust throughout kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve containers stored upright and not inverted front counter.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet cloths stored on cutting board and counter.
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