FIREHOUSE SUBS
1426 W TENNESSEE ST, Tallahassee FL 32304 · 850-521-0300
Last inspected Aug 20, 2025 · 12 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce 48F, per GM placed 1 hour ago, disposed of lettuce.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024042258 | Jun 20, 2024 | Oct 23, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 19, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for less than 4 hours: Turkey 45F Chicken 46F Lettuce 43F Sliced tomatoes 47F.
Aug 14, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for less than 4 hours: Turkey 45F Chicken 46F Lettuce 43F Sliced tomatoes 47F.
Aug 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for less than 4 hours: Turkey 45F Chicken 46F Lettuce 43F Sliced tomatoes 47F.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food item hot holding for less than 4 hours: Potato soup 133F. Operator began to reheat food item during time of inspection.
Aug 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 12, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Apr 14, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Feb 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed three compartment sanitizer exceeding the maximum concentration allowed according to instructions. Operator corrected sanitizing solution during inspection. New PPM: 100
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.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at hand sink next to meatball marinara steak table. Operator posted handwashing sign during inspection.
Jun 26, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 20, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 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 priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed live roaches in the following locations one live roach on microwave, four on trash can near microwave and toaster oven, ten on box under counter near microwave toaster oven, one live on prep table where cookies are stored, three on sleeve of sandwich containers, two in receipt box under cash register, one near ice machine, one on 3 compartment sink,six near whole meat reach in cooler, one near reach in cooler across from 3 compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce 48F, per GM placed 1 hour ago, disposed of lettuce.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing under 3 compartment sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed dead roaches in the following locations three dead roaches near handwashing sink located by meatballs, one on the wall by same handwashing sink, twelve up under cash register, one near ice machine, two near mop sink, approximately eighty on trap up under storage rack in rear of kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed chip boxes stored on the floor in storage area.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed dry wiping cloths soiled on prep tables.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking at handwashing sink near ice machine.
Jan 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Chips, Properly stored during inspection.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Drink removed.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Both handsinks.
Nov 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lettuce 51F and tomatoes 48F. Per manager placed on line 1 hour ago. Manager placed items on ice. Lettuce 43F, tomatoes 43F.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water turned off at hand wash sink near ice machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. GM emailed and manager posted.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife between crack of expo cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed toaster with old food debris.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve containers not inverted, front line. Manager corrected.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking at hand wash sink across from register.
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.