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FLYING BISCUIT

1101 CANAL ST, The Villages FL 32162 · 352-633-7701

Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · 14 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats99
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA7000633
Grade history
JUL 24
AUG 24
SEP 24
AUG 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in sticky trap under hand wash sink at front counter
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Badges — 2 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $1,000

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2024043453Jul 23, 2024Sep 11, 2024$800
3--2024006873Nov 13, 2023Mar 18, 2024$200

Inspection history

14 visits, newest first

Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary and chlorine test kit
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Aug 20, 2025 · Time Extended
Aug 8, 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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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked egg, grabbed clean plate without washing hands. Discussed with manager.
High priority/12A-27-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Handwash sink inoperable due to drain issue. Operator states he has submitted a work order for the sink.
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary and chlorine test kit
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed properly prior to preparation. Cut avocados in cook line reach in cooler with stickers on them
Basic/08B-39-4/Warning
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Cook cracked raw shell egg, touched customer plated without washing hands. Discussed handwashing with cook, he removed plates and washed hands along with glove change.
High priority/12A-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Honey butter at 53F on counter of cook line. Manager stared butter was out in use. Manager moved back inside walk in cooler. 48F 2nd temp at 10:54.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee drink in reach in cooler on cook line next to customer food. Employee moved to segregated area.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in walk in cooler soiled under fan area. Discussed with manager.
Basic/23-03-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in reach in rusted.
Basic/14-17-4
Aug 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels hand sink by dish area. Paper towels available directly around the corner, new dispenser coming. Manager placed paper towels by sink. Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Observed: Clean plates wiped with towel with a towel/cloth before using. Operator removed. Discussed importance of not wiping clean dishes with towels. Priority: Basic
Basic/24-17-4/Corrective Action Taken
Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line. Priority: Basic
Basic/14-09-4
Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in bar. Priority: Basic
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Observed: Open dumpster lid. Manager corrected. Priority: Basic
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 25, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher loaded dish machine, then put clean plates away, no hand wash. Discussed with manager on duty and staff. Operator washed hands.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · No food processes at this time Time Extended/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · No food processes at this time Time Extended/Return visit Jul 25, 2024 · No food processes at this time Time Extended
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately- 1 Small fly on cook line 2 small flies by 3 compartment sink 7 small flies under dish machine 10 small flies under 3 compartment sink across from dish machine 15 small flies under prep sink in back room 4 small flies under hand wash sink at front counter 1 small fly at side wait station behind soda machine
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · 3 small flies around dish machine 3 small flies in 3 compartment sink area Time Extended/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · 6 live flies in dining area 2 live in bar area 1 live in dish area 1 live on cook line 2 live in 3 compartment sink area Time Extended/Return visit Jul 25, 2024 · 1 live small fly in 3 compartment sink area, operator killed, discarded and sanitized the area Time Extended Corrected On-Site
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Both bathrooms are unisex, neither have covered trash.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jul 25, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of 2 door reach in cooler on cook line and at front counter Fan guards in walk in cooler Walk in cooler shelves
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jul 25, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 24, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher loaded dish machine, then put clean plates away, no hand wash. Discussed with manager on duty and staff. Operator washed hands.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · No food processes at this time Time Extended/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · No food processes at this time Time Extended
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately- 1 Small fly on cook line 2 small flies by 3 compartment sink 7 small flies under dish machine 10 small flies under 3 compartment sink across from dish machine 15 small flies under prep sink in back room 4 small flies under hand wash sink at front counter 1 small fly at side wait station behind soda machine
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · 3 small flies around dish machine 3 small flies in 3 compartment sink area Time Extended/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · 6 live flies in dining area 2 live in bar area 1 live in dish area 1 live on cook line 2 live in 3 compartment sink area Time Extended
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Both bathrooms are unisex, neither have covered trash.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of 2 door reach in cooler on cook line and at front counter Fan guards in walk in cooler Walk in cooler shelves
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 24, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher loaded dish machine, then put clean plates away, no hand wash. Discussed with manager on duty and staff. Operator washed hands.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · No food processes at this time Time Extended
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately- 1 Small fly on cook line 2 small flies by 3 compartment sink 7 small flies under dish machine 10 small flies under 3 compartment sink across from dish machine 15 small flies under prep sink in back room 4 small flies under hand wash sink at front counter 1 small fly at side wait station behind soda machine
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · 3 small flies around dish machine 3 small flies in 3 compartment sink area Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Both bathrooms are unisex, neither have covered trash.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of 2 door reach in cooler on cook line and at front counter Fan guards in walk in cooler Walk in cooler shelves
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 23, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 15 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

5 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher loaded dish machine, then put clean plates away, no hand wash. Discussed with manager on duty and staff. Operator washed hands.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately- 1 Small fly on cook line 2 small flies by 3 compartment sink 7 small flies under dish machine 10 small flies under 3 compartment sink across from dish machine 15 small flies under prep sink in back room 4 small flies under hand wash sink at front counter 1 small fly at side wait station behind soda machine
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in sticky trap under hand wash sink at front counter
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. butter pats (71F - Cold Holding) waffle batter (66F - Cold Holding)removed from refrigeration 3 hours ago, see stop sale
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter pats (71F - Cold Holding) waffle batter (66F - Cold Holding)removed from refrigeration 3 hours ago, see stop sale
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained at lift top coolers.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Clean dishes stored on soiled wire shelving in hallway to kitchen.
Basic/24-06-4/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Both bathrooms are unisex, neither have covered trash.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Small speaker over deli wrap, prep table, operator removed
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor drains under dish machine and 3 compartment sink soiled
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of 2 door reach in cooler on cook line and at front counter Fan guards in walk in cooler Walk in cooler shelves
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Operator stated avocados washed but still had stickers.
Basic/08B-39-4/Warning
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Next to trash can in alley going to kitchen, to go containers soiled,
Basic/25-06-4/Warning
Apr 4, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 10 live flies in dry storage area
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 4, 2024 · 3 live flies in kitchen Admin Complaint
Apr 2, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 10 live flies in dry storage area
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Mar 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies by hand wash sink in front of walk in cooler
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverages stored on rack in server station over creamers. Operator removed beverages.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nov 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in waffle station area No sign, soap or paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 14, 2023 · Time Extended
Nov 13, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 live flying insects in kitchen area 2 live flying insects in dish machine area
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. butter cups (71F - Cold Holding) on tables, being re-served to customers
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. waffle batter (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken tenders (48F - Cold Holding) Operator states items have been out of refrigeration for less than 4 hours, operator moved items to reach in cooler to cool. butter cups (71F - Cold Holding) on tables, see stop sale
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food re-served to customers. Observed customer leave bar area with portioned butter cups on the bar, new customers sat without changing out butter.
High priority/07-08-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Pan used as scoop in bread crumb container
Basic/14-01-5/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink cups stored over creamers in server area
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Floor area covered with standing water. Area under/behind soda machine in server area
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Device hung over bulk flour bins in kitchen area. Operator removed device.
Basic/35B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in waffle station area No sign, soap or paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Floor drain heavily soiled behind beverage machine
Basic/36-50-4/Warning

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.