FADED BISTRO AND BEER GARDEN
420 N RIDGEWOOD DR, Sebring FL 33870 · 863.471.0204
Last inspected Feb 27, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed quiche pulled from oven at 1120am found at quiche (76F - Cooling) at 220 pm. Allowing 1 hour from cook temp to 135F. Correction by putting items in freezer for 15 min to quickly cool below 70F.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips kit for 3-compartment sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no towels at the hand wash sink in the bar area, employee replaced.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed keys and a cell phone on cutting boards in food preparation area, operator moved.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stack of cups in the wait staff area with water in between and not air drying properly.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in cooler on cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on the floor in dry storage area, employee moved.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on shelves and floor in walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in cooler soiled with food.
Sep 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed two cartons of raw hard shell eggs over bagged shredded cheese in the walk in cooler, operator moved to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Deli turkey (53F - Cold Holding); Deli ham (51F - Cold Holding); Chicken (53F - Cold Holding); Steak filet (53F - Cold Holding) Operator stated has been in prep table and reach in cooler an hour, operator put the food on ice to bring down to correct temperature and put the food in the reach in cooler in the walk in cooler to bring down he temperature.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed could not dispense soap at the hand wash sink in the kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black and pink like substance on the guard in the ice machine, employee cleaned and sanitized.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a speaker on plates in food preparation area, operator moved.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook with no beard guard.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stack of glasses in wait station, not properly air drying.
Food stored on floor. Observed three containers of oil on the floor in the kitchen, operator moved.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in freezer in front of door and on shelves.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong on the handle of oven in kitchen, operator moved.
May 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on the stand up reach in cooler on the cook line torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in the walk in freezer on the exterior of packaged food, shelves and the floor.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers in the walk in cooler soiled.
May 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Sanitizer reading of the dishwasher 00ppm chlorine. Manager stoped using the dishwasher, set up the three compartment sink to properly sanitize and called the technician.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in the hand washing sink in the dishwasher area and next to the cook line. Chef removed the items.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on the stand up reach in cooler on the cook line torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in the walk in freezer on the exterior of packaged food, shelves and the floor.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Ripped foil lining the pot and pan shelf in the back areas. Chef removed the foil.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers in the walk in cooler soiled.
Feb 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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. Observed some illness reporting forms completed but not all.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black mold like substance on the inside drop tray of the ice machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a personal drink on the prep table.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on the floor in the back kitchen and under the oven.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the auto closer on the back door missing.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed foil covering many metro shelves in the kitchen that was not changed out daily or when soiled.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed quiche pulled from oven at 1120am found at quiche (76F - Cooling) at 220 pm. Allowing 1 hour from cook temp to 135F. Correction by putting items in freezer for 15 min to quickly cool below 70F.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed opened twist off coke bottle and a twist off water bottle stored in silverware holder with silverware at warewash drying area. Manager removed.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of cornmeal stored on floor at dry storage closet with broken non intact lid and employee shoes stored on top. Manager discarded.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed no space for air drying the amount of dishes that the establishment uses. Manager states that they dry dishes with a towel.. all dishes must be placed in a way after washing that air circulation dries the dishes before stacking or placing for use.
Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed large box of plastic wrap stored under paper towel dispenser at kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Observed open bread in freezer opened and not recovered.
Nov 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onions (61F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (63F - Cold Holding); bacon jam (63F - Cold Holding); cooked peppers (65F - Cold Holding) stored on counter during rush period. Manager stated not on counter more than 1 hour and replaced in cooler to quickly recook to 41F within 4 hours.
Dog permitted in outdoor dining area without local ordinance allowing pet dogs in outdoor dining areas. Operator states it is a service animal per guest.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cooks on cookline with no beard guard. Manager had employees add. And wash hands.
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.