HOLIDAY INN TALLAHASSEE E CAPITOL-UNIVERSITY
2003 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee FL 32301 · 850 566 4223
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 5 live roaches behind reach in cooler across from fryers, 1 live roach underneath dish machine, and 1 live roach on wall behind dish machine.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 12, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 12, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 5 live roaches behind reach in cooler across from fryers, 1 live roach underneath dish machine, and 1 live roach on wall behind dish machine.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches behind reach in cooler across from fryers, 4 dead roaches underneath dishwasher, and 2 dead roaches inside dish pit.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed opened bottle of water stored on prep table.
Apr 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed following food items cold holding for more than 4 hours during time of inspection: Egg wash 49F Diced tomatoes 47F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for more than 4 hours during time of inspection: Egg wash 49F Diced tomatoes 47F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris.
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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of biscuits and and box of catfish stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Operator properly placed food items during time of inspection.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of napkins stored on floor near walk in cooler. Operator properly placed napkins during time of inspection.
May 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 5 dented can of Armour Beef Stew.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for less than 4 hours: Diced ham 52F Sausage 79F. Operator placed food items inside walk in cooler to cool. Observed sausage links cold holding at 54F for less than 4 hours. Operator placed links inside walk in freezer during time of inspection.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed operator a Consumer Advisory during time of inspection.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave accumulated with food debris.
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of comet disinfectant spray on food prep table. Operator removed chemical spray during time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun nozzle soiled.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Did not observe consumer advisory during time of inspection. Printed operator Consumer Advisory to post during time of inspection.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on prep line accumulation of food debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed containers on clean dish rack in kitchen.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection 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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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle hanging on hand sink near ovens in kitchen area. Manager moved bottle to proper storage area.
Food stored on floor. Observed food in boxes stored on floor in walk in freezer. Observed drinks in bottles stored on floor in back storage room. Manager placed all products in proper storage area.
Nov 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed feta cheese and ranch 48F placed 1 hour ago in expo across from dish machine, placed on ice, rechecked temp 30 minutes later, feta 43F, ranch 42F.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observe no hand soap at dispenser near double stack ovens. GM replaced soap.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not stored inverted or protected, ware washing area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed salmon bearing label to remain frozen, remove from packaging to thaw, not removed from packaging on prep table and walk in cooler.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food no hair restraint.
Stored food not covered. Observed ranch, mixed fruit in expo not covered to prevent contamination.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour in working container not labeled.
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