GAINES STREET PIES
603-4 GAINES STREET, Tallahassee FL 32301 · 850-212-6044
Last inspected May 7, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
NOV 24
APR 25
AUG 25
MAR 26
MAY 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2023020615 | Apr 4, 2023 | Jun 14, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in front of pizza make table.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall near pizza oven soiled with dust.
Mar 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin behind bar.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Operator removed food during time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of romaine lettuce stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Operator properly place lettuce during time of inspection.
Oct 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored on top of boxes containing vegetables inside. Operator properly stored eggs during time of inspection.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on pizza make line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on drying dish rack containing clean dishes.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee personal food stored on top of box containing vegetables inside reach in cooler. Operator removed food during time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees jacket hanging on drying dish rack in ware washing area. Observed employee cell phone on food cutting board on prep table. Employee removed cell phone during time of inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Apr 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 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 less than 4 hours: Sausage 50F Marinara Sauce 56F. Operator placed food items on ice baths during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink next to dish machine. Operator added paper towels during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on pizza make line with cut marks.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents accumulated with dust.
Nov 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Following food items cold holding less than 4 hours Ham 50F Chicken 46F Sliced tomatoes 51F Blue cheese 55F Mozzarella 50F. Operator loaded cooler with ice to cool food items down, and kept reach in cooler door closed.
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water reaching 74F during time of inspection. Operator fixed issue during time of inspection. New temperature: 92F
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on pizza make line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on dish rack next to clean dishes. Observed employee drink on prep table.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing and in disrepair on cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed accumulation of soil residue and mold like substance on gaskets of reach in cooler next to prep table.
Apr 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee text on cell phone and resume duties, no hand wash.
Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drink from water bottle and then prepare pizza.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over apple as in reach in cooler near can rack.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese 46F, per manager stored 45 minutes ago, placed into walk in cooler and replaced.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand wash sink in bar area, 75F
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing near dish machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone stored inside aluminum take out container, prep table.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food no hair restraint.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed hand,e missing for cold water in mop sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing and or cracked near hand washing sink and dish machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed marinara, ranch stored on the floor in walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents with dust and grease accumulation.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable odor near dish machine.
Apr 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lettuce 46F, tomatoes 46F, per manager stored over night.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lettuce 46F, tomatoes 46F, per manager stored over night, manager disposed of lettuce and tomatoes.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed unlabeled spray bottle that appeared to be window cleaner stored on hand wash sink in bar area.
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. Emailed operator flyer to post.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled bottle of blue chemical in bar area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates stored not inverted.
Food stored on floor. Observed vegan pizza crust and green peppers stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice in ice bin, bar area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in expo near hand wash sink, manager replaced during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soda gun holster in bar area with slime. Observed lighting above pizza oven in kitchen area with dust accumulation.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed wet wiping cloth soiled laying on sanitizer bucket.
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