GEORGES TAVERN
1011 S FRENCH AVE, Sanford FL 32771 · 407 732 6372
Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -license expired on 04/01/2025
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -white reach-in cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -wet wiping cloth stored on top of white chest freezer behind bar
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -"Ace" buckets used to transport ice used as food
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -women's bathroom
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -"Ace" buckets used to transport ice used as food
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink in kitchen used to store dishes, operator removed
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. -men's bathroom
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -women's bathroom
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -license expired on 04/01/2025
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink in kitchen used to store plastic red basket, operator removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in bar area
Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -case of insulated cups stored on floor in dry storage, operator relocated
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink in kitchen used to store bowls and utensils, operator removed
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. -Genesis
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -unlabeled blue solution spray bottle behind bar
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -employee personal food stored with marinara
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Open dumpster lids.
Slow draining water in handwash sink in kitchen.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. -provided to operator via email
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. -emailed form to operator
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -microwave in kitchen
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.