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GALLEY THE

920 E DEL MONTE AVE, Clewiston FL 33440 · (941)983-8930

Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats30
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3600210
Grade history
NOV 24
APR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC

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

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found. Two small flying insects in kitchen not landing on food. Operator closed delivery door and swished small flying insects out.
High priority/35A-02-7/Corrected On-Site
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Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Aug 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Establishment charging operational charges without properly disclosing the information on the menu/web/app and the bill/receipt.
Intermediate/55-01-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 20, 2026 · Time Extended
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit.: walk in freezer states it is 156 F.
Intermediate/05-05-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 20, 2026 · Time Extended
Aug 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
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. The dishwasher was tested at 0 ppm chlorine. Operator will set up trip,e sink to sanitize.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over coleslaw in reach in cooler. Operator removed Raw shell eggs.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Raw shell eggs (48F - Ambient air temperature ), in walk in cooler. Operator volunteered to discard.
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Six flats Raw shell eggs (48F - Ambient air temperature ), in walk in cooler. Operator volunteered to discard. Cook line: Raw hamburger (57F - Cold Holding); Raw Swai (57F - Cold Holding); Raw Scallops (57F - Cold Holding); Raw Shrimp (57F - Cold Holding); Mahi (57F - Cold Holding); Raw chicken breast (57F - Cold Holding) Operator volunteered to discard.
High priority/01B-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Establishment charging operational charges without properly disclosing the information on the menu/web/app and the bill/receipt.
Intermediate/55-01-5/Warning
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit.: walk in freezer states it is 156 F.
Intermediate/05-05-4/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plate used to scoop out rice on line. Operator removed.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in walk in cooler. Operator will remove.
Basic/14-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up at deli slicer machine.
Basic/24-18-4/Warning
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found. Two small flying insects in kitchen not landing on food. Operator closed delivery door and swished small flying insects out.
High priority/35A-02-7/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. One pan of chili sitting under leaking pipe from air conditioning in walk in cooler. Operator removed and voluntarily disposed.
High priority/01B-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee wash hand in rinse section of triple sink and went to remove bacon from oven. Employee wash hand educated and washed hands.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in dishwasher area.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on stand up reach in cooler.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Food stored under dripping water line. One pan of chili sitting under leaking pipe from air conditioning in walk in cooler. Operator removed and voluntarily disposed. Operator will call air conditioning repair.
Basic/08B-52-4/Corrective Action Taken
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at cook line.
Basic/31B-04-4
Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in dishwasher area and customer sodas
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Operator removed and sanitized.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair gasket torn on standup reach in cooler.
Basic/14-11-5
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Operator removed forks and spoons.
Basic/25-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Apr 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found. Three small flying insects at soda box station. Operator will call pest service. Small flying insects not landing on food.
High priority/35A-02-7/Corrective Action Taken
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touched face with gloved hands and did not change gloves. Operator educated employee, who then changed gloves and washed hands.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chili prepackaged in sink at 62 F. Operator removed.
High priority/01B-02-5/Corrected On-Site
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. Manager did not have agreement, manager signed.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance at customer soda center and at dishwasher area.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at dishwasher area. Operator removed.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Air conditioner dripping water on table.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Chili prepackaged in sink at 62 F. Operator removed as could not ascertain time item had been left unfrozen.
Basic/06-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Nov 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); raw fish (48F - Cold Holding); raw alligator (48F - Cold Holding), operator states out less than 15 minutes. Operator applied rapid cooling to bring temperature down by placing in walk in cooler. All items were re- temperature at 41 F.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken wings in walk in cooler no date mark. Operator date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling has hole at the prep table.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance above customer drink area and at dishwasher area.
Basic/36-34-5
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5
Equipment in poor repair. Air conditioner dripping water onto table.
Basic/14-11-5
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor: frozen Swazi not stored correctly. Operator stored correctly.
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above coffee station and in storage area by dishwasher.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall under breaker box D next to walk in freezer.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in prep area, and on line.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Mar 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator set up triple sink. Operator will call dishwasher company for service.
High priority/22-49-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. One rodent dropping on top of dishwasher. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
High priority/35A-04-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink at dishwasher area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized dishwasher.
Basic/16-21-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above coffee station and in storage area by dishwasher.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall under breaker box D next to walk in freezer.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues at waiting station.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in prep area, and on line.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Oct 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked roast in walk in cooler. Operator stored correctly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap in large stall, male restroom.
Intermediate/31B-06-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, bulging above coffee station.
Basic/36-32-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in seating area, at dishwasher and triple sink.
Basic/36-34-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on line.
Basic/14-09-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Buckets wet nesting at drying station. Operator removed.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at large reach in cooler by triple sink.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed in walk in cooler at corners.
Basic/36-01-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Ketchup and mustard packets stored on floor under table. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice bucket at ice machine cracked. Operator removed.
Basic/14-38-4/Corrected On-Site
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit, on cook line.
Basic/05-09-4
Stored food not covered. Smoked sausage in walk in not covered. Operator covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4

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.