HEN HOUSE CAFE
206 W TOMPKINS ST, Inverness FL 34450 · 352-419-7942
Last inspected Mar 27, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Mar 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine dish machine 10ppm. Operator changed empty chemical bucket. Recheck 50ppm
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked shell egg then touched clean plate without hand wash.
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. Employee touched soiled dishes then clean dishes without hand wash.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Multiple items in cook line area including eggs, diced ham and cooked potatoes. Operator time marked items.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in cook line area Can opener blade
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Mug in hand wash sink at server station. Operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine and quaternary test strips expired
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Chris Teresa Cheryl
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in reach in cooler not date marked. Operator removed to be labeled.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink in dish machine area 78F after running 1 minute. Hot water handle is broken off faucet.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In cook line and prep area
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout kitchen area
Multiple food storage containers cracked in prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Exterior of kitchen equipment soiled with grease
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine bucket in server station over 200ppm. Operator discarded sanitizer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade Multiple cutting boards in cook line area
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Through prep area, soiled acoustic ceiling tiles
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee in cook line area wearing bracelets while preparing food
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups in server station
Equipment in poor repair. Melted cutting board by flat top grill Grooved cutting board
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen and dish machine area Floors soiled under kitchen equipment Ceiling in multiples area of kitchen soiled with accumulated dust.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Grease build up between kitchen equipment
Mar 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans from 8-5-03 file number 107762 do not reflect what is being seen at time of inspection ice machine is stored outside with a overhead protection not on plans. Dry storage room is on the plans far left side but is missing 2 reach in coolers and a dry storage shelf with can goods. And back separate room that goes to the dining room. With a single reach in cooler. Multiple hand washing sinks missing observed on plans only 1 hand washing sink only at the server station back storage room has a hand washing sink by three compartment sink hand washing sink on cooks line by dishwashing machine. Observed a 2nd server station with a hand washing sink and coffee maker and Observed oven missing from plans in back kitchen. A three compartment sink missing a dish washing machine missing on cooks line cooks line kitchen equipment is missing fryer steam table and Two reach in coolers. A walk in cooler freezer is outside the restaurant missing from plans. And missing 2 bathrooms on other side of restaurant across from bathrooms on plans.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic ceiling tiles in food storage and prep areas
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. dish machine area Expo window area
Feb 20, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. 0ppm, operator set up 3 compartment sink to manually sanitize.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans from 8-5-03 file number 107762 do not reflect what is being seen at time of inspection ice machine is stored outside with a overhead protection not on plans. Dry storage room is on the plans far left side but is missing 2 reach in coolers and a dry storage shelf with can goods. And back separate room that goes to the dining room. With a single reach in cooler. Multiple hand washing sinks missing observed on plans only 1 hand washing sink only at the server station back storage room has a hand washing sink by three compartment sink hand washing sink on cooks line by dishwashing machine. Observed a 2nd server station with a hand washing sink and coffee maker and Observed oven missing from plans in back kitchen. A three compartment sink missing a dish washing machine missing on cooks line cooks line kitchen equipment is missing fryer steam table and Two reach in coolers. A walk in cooler freezer is outside the restaurant missing from plans. And missing 2 bathrooms on other side of restaurant across from bathrooms on plans.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink in dish machine area hot water side of faucet in disrepair
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic ceiling tiles in food storage and prep areas
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. dish machine area Expo window area
Oct 21, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans from 8-5-03 file number 107762 do not reflect what is being seen at time of inspection ice machine is stored outside with a overhead protection not on plans. Dry storage room is on the plans far left side but is missing 2 reach in coolers and a dry storage shelf with can goods. And back separate room that goes to the dining room. With a single reach in cooler. Multiple hand washing sinks missing observed on plans only 1 hand washing sink only at the server station back storage room has a hand washing sink by three compartment sink hand washing sink on cooks line by dishwashing machine. Observed a 2nd server station with a hand washing sink and coffee maker andObserved oven missing from plans in back kitchen. A three compartment sink missing a dish washing machine missing on cooks line cooks line kitchen equipment is missing fryer steam table and Two reach in coolers. A walk in cooler freezer is outside the restaurant missing from plans. And missing 2 bathrooms on other side of restaurant across from bathrooms on plans.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen floor tiles missing in sections.
Aug 8, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans from 8-5-03 file number 107762 do not reflect what is being seen at time of inspection ice machine is stored outside with a overhead protection not on plans. Dry storage room is on the plans far left side but is missing 2 reach in coolers and a dry storage shelf with can goods. And back separate room that goes to the dining room. With a single reach in cooler. Multiple hand washing sinks missing observed on plans only 1 hand washing sink only at the server station back storage room has a hand washing sink by three compartment sink hand washing sink on cooks line by dishwashing machine. Observed a 2nd server station with a hand washing sink and coffee maker andObserved oven missing from plans in back kitchen. A three compartment sink missing a dish washing machine missing on cooks line cooks line kitchen equipment is missing fryer steam table and Two reach in coolers. A walk in cooler freezer is outside the restaurant missing from plans. And missing 2 bathrooms on other side of restaurant across from bathrooms on plans.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen floor tiles missing in sections.
Aug 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Tested at 0ppm employee primed machine, retested to 50 ppm.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked shelled egg and touched ready to eat cheese with the same glove. Discussed with manager the importance of handwashing.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Reach in Cooler by can goods had raw egg over cooked deli meat. Walk in cooler raw sausage over cooked turkey. Operator removed raw sausage to correct to proper storage.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in glass cooler: ambient air temperature 50F. Egg salad 50F, Chicken salad 49F, Boiled Egg 49F, Cole Slaw 48F held overnight. Same cooler: cheese 44F, liquid raw egg 45F, brown gravy 45F discussed with manager to rapid cool items in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in glass cooler: ambient air temperature 50F. Egg salad 50F, Chicken salad 49F, Boiled Egg 49F, Cole Slaw 48F held overnight. Same cooler: cheese 44F, liquid raw egg 45F, brown gravy 45F discussed with manager to rapid cool items in freezer. Boiled cut potatoes 1st temp 10:37 63F under ice by fryer.
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 poster via email to operator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Mason jars in hand wash sink by wait station. Employee removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink by dishwasher.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans from 8-5-03 file number 107762 do not reflect what is being seen at time of inspection ice machine is stored outside with a overhead protection not on plans. Dry storage room is on the plans far left side but is missing 2 reach in coolers and a dry storage shelf with can goods. And back separate room that goes to the dining room. With a single reach in cooler. Multiple hand washing sinks missing observed on plans only 1 hand washing sink only at the server station back storage room has a hand washing sink by three compartment sink hand washing sink on cooks line by dishwashing machine. Observed a 2nd server station with a hand washing sink and coffee maker andObserved oven missing from plans in back kitchen. A three compartment sink missing a dish washing machine missing on cooks line cooks line kitchen equipment is missing fryer steam table and Two reach in coolers. A walk in cooler freezer is outside the restaurant missing from plans. And missing 2 bathrooms on other side of restaurant across from bathrooms on plans.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on prep table by office. Employee removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Hand wash sink cold water knob missing by dish machine.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen floor tiles missing in sections.
May 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on food service shelf. Employee removed.
Nov 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 9, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority2 Intermediate2 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 raw shell eggs with bare hands, touched toast and bacon for sandwich with out hand wash or gloves. Discussed with employee who washed hands. See stop sale.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Server washed hands for approximately 5 seconds. Discussed with manager.
Employee touched clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee pulled up pants, touched frying pan without hand wash. Discussed with manager.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure.
Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Employee cracked raw shell eggs with bare hands, touched toast and bacon for sandwich with out hand wash or gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut leafy greens 51F Cut tomatoes 48F Operator states the items were removed from the reach in cooler and placed on ice approximately 35 minutes ago. Operator moved items to reach in freezer to rapidly chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Omelette station items, hash browns in cook line area. Operator time marked for 7am.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer bucket in server station over 200ppm. Employee discarded sanitizer.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs Benedict with poached egg not identified. Operator had employees mark all menus during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in cook line area. Employee refilled dispenser.
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 30 dead roaches on sticky trap by 3 compartment sink Approximately 25 dead roaches on sticky trap under glass door reach in cooler in cook line area. Employee cleaned up traps and sanitized the area during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee in cook line area
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.