HIP HOP FISH AND CHICKEN
3001 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee FL 32301
Last inspected Jun 24, 2026 · 13 visits since December 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on wall above handwashing sink and one live roach on wall above three compartment sink.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jun 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Live, small flying insects found back of house. No contact with food or food prep areas.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Food stored on floor.
Apr 2, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 1, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 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 four hours: Raw chicken 49F Philly meat 50F Coleslaw 52F
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at hand sink near three compartment sink.
Oct 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed bucket of raw chicken stored above wing sauces inside reach in cooler. Operator properly placed chicken during time of inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout kitchen soiled with dust.
Jul 30, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 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.
May 14, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes cold holding for less than 4 hours: 47F. Operator placed item inside walk in cooler.
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.
Dec 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on wall above handwashing sink and one live roach on wall above three compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout kitchen accumulated with dust.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding broken underneath prep sink and by back door of establishment.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach inside soap dispenser.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Jul 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed 6/1/24.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance in ice machine near back door. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage near 3 compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed pickles stored in the floor in walk in cooler. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in reach in freezer near fryer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
Mar 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee wash hands for 5 seconds.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags used to store fish in walk in freezer. Manager took fish out of non food grade bags and placed into ziploc bags.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee talk on cell phone with gloves and then touch raw chicken, no handwashing, no glove change. Educated employee on best practices concerning hand washing.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tomatoes 48F in reach in cooler near bun warmer. And shrimp 51F reach in cooler near fryer, both items placed 1.5 hours ago, manger replaced both items from items in walk in cooler and placed items that were out of temp in walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no hose Bibb in mop sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash can blocking hand wash sink. Manager moved trash can.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on floor near fryer. Manager replaced cardboard during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tile soiled with grease throughout kitchen.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed Red Bull can stored in reach in cooler near fryer. Manager removed can and disposed of.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food no beard guard.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear containers wet nesting over three compartment sink area. Manager placed to dry properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler near fryer in disrepair, no plate covering coils.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed hood filter missing from fire suppression system.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed tongs stored on fryer basket, equipment. Manager removed tongs.
Stored food not covered. Observed romaine lettuce not covered in walk in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed tartar sauce, ketchup, oil not labeled.
Dec 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 6/1/23. Manager renewed during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tomatoes 47F, lettuce 49F in expo cooler, per manager placed in cooler 2 hours ago, manager placed in freezer to quick chill. Also observed fish 53F, shrimp 50F, oysters 52F, chicken 50F, per manager stored 2 hours ago, manager placed in freezer to quick chill.
Stored food not covered. Observed lettuce not covered in WIC. Manager placed Saran Wrap.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish and shrimp thawing in sink, standing water.
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