HAYWARD HOUSE
228 S ADAMS ST, Tallahassee FL 32301
Last inspected May 7, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
APR 24
AUG 24
MAY 25
MAR 26
MAY 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 10 small flying insects in bar area around soda gun nozzle.
★ 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--2025043365 | May 21, 2025 | Oct 21, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in bar area. Employee properly placed ice scoop inside ice during time of callback.
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on food prep table. Employee removed drink during time of inspection.
May 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 10 small flying insects in bar area around soda gun nozzle.
May 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 10 small flying insects in bar area around soda gun nozzle.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Did not observe paper towels or soap at handwashing sink in bar area. Operator added soap and paper towels during time of inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed both cutting boards on cook line with cuts.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in ware washing area.
Food stored outside. Observed greens stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Operator properly placed food during time of inspection.
Stored food not covered. Observed lettuce stored inside reach in cooler. Operator covered lettuce during time of inspection.
Aug 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw ground beef stored over lettuce in walk in cooler downstairs. GM stored properly.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. GM put in chronological order during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with food debris. GM cleaned during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bleach stored in bottles not labeled on 3 compartment sink. Manager labeled during inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water turned off, water 77°F.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans not stored inverted, ware washing area. GM stored properly during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone stored on expo cooler across from fryer. GM removed cell phone during inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear containers and inserts wet nesting in ware wash area.
Stored food not covered. Observed clam brine, spring mix, shredded cheese, mushrooms, asparagus not covered in walk in cooler. GM covered during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet cloth stored on prep tables. GM stored in sanitizer buckets.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee wash hands for 5 seconds.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer and unlabeled spray bottle stored on hand wash sink in bar area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade with food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee drink stored in hand wash sink in bar area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near rear door. Manager replaced.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles not labeled at bar and prep table near walk in cooler.
Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Observed mussels stored in walk in cooler not in original container.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not stored inverted throughout establishment.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting boards throughout kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear containers and pans wet nesting near dish machine.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
Stored food not covered. Observed cheesecake in reach in freezer not covered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored to dry near managers office.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bread crumbs removed from original container not labeled.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher in red Near managers office.
Nov 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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