EARLEY'S KITCHEN
1458 S MONROE ST, Tallahassee FL 32301 · 850-224-1739
Last inspected Feb 18, 2026 · 9 visits since May 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit, sausage patty 54° in cook's area, per manager placed 35 minutes ago, manager placed in walk in cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dish inside handwashing sink at frontline.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 15 dead roaches in ware washing area underneath dish machine, 10 underneath three compartment sink, 20 throughout kitchen, 4 near exit door of kitchen, 5 in dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed bucket containing egg wash sitting on top of margarine inside walk in cooler. Operator properly placed egg wash during time of inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed pan of raw chicken stored on top of pan containing Catfish and Shrimp. Operator properly placed food items during time of inspection.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Food stored on floor. Observed cans of chicken broth stored on floor in dry storage area. Operator properly placed food during time of inspection.
Apr 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Swai Fish cold holding 48F for less than 4 hours. I advised manager on duty to place fish inside reach in freezer during time of inspection.
Dec 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 11, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dish machine not sanitizing properly during time of inspection. 0ppm. I informed operator they will need to discontinue dish machine and utilize the three compartment sink until machine is fixed.
Dec 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed slime substance inside ice machine next to prep table.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dish machine not sanitizing properly during time of inspection. 0ppm. I informed operator they will need to discontinue dish machine and utilize the three compartment sink until machine is fixed.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on floor between dry storage racks and reach in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents accumulated with grease.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service paper cups on floor next to dry storage rack.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside empty mop bucket.
Jun 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit, sausage patty 54° in cook's area, per manager placed 35 minutes ago, manager placed in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit, fried chicken breast 118° front serving line, per employee placed an hour ago, disposed of chicken breast.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked, chicken and rice in rear reach in cooler stored more than 24 hours ago.
Food stored on floor, sugar, soy sauce, oil stored on floor in storage area. Also observed beef stored on floor in walk in freezer.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust, hood vents soiled with grease
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner, chicken thighs thawing in sink no running water.
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee wash hands for 5 seconds.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bacon 60F in reach in cooler, per manager, placed 30 minutes ago, manger placed into walk in cooler and replaced.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at sink in bar area, owner replaced during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting in ware washing area.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil stored on the floor.
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