KING BUFFET OF PENSACOLA LLC
3 W NINE MILE RD STE 2, Pensacola FL 32534 · 850-479-7333
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
5 inspections within 4 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shell eggs at hibachi station ambient temp of 57f for 40 minutes. Manager removed overflow of eggs from pan to allow better cooling.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2022028938 | Jun 9, 2022 | Jun 27, 2022 | $400 |
| 6--2020010878 | Feb 27, 2020 | May 15, 2020 | $400 |
| 6--2014047441 | Oct 22, 2014 | Feb 13, 2015 | — |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Upon inspection observed deep cut marks on main cook line cutting board.
Stored food not covered. Upon inspection observed food inside walk-in freezer not covered.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Stored food not covered. Upon inspection observed multiple foods not covered inside walk-in freezer.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upon inspection observed multiple walk-in cooler shelves rusted.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Stored food not covered. Upon inspection observed multiple foods stored in walk-in freezer not covered.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upon inspection observed produce walk-in cooler shelves rusted.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup inside walk-in freezer.
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. Upon inspection observed food in walk-in freezer not covered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection observed raw steak stored on top of ready to eat food. Operator stored raw steak on the bottom of rack at time of inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upon inspection observed mold like substance inside ice machine in the back of kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Upon inspection observed steak, chicken and other food items not covered in walk-in freezer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw swai in walk-in cooler. Operator corrected storage during inspection.
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/ No certified food manager present with more than 4 employees working.
Stored food not covered. Multiple containers of food in walk-in freezer uncovered. Operator covered containers during inspection.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Observed: Equipment in poor repair. Upon inspection observed ice machine and multiple freezers in the back in poor repair. Priority: Basic
Observed: Food stored on floor. Upon inspection observed soy sauce buckets stored on floor in dry storage area. Priority : Basic
Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup in reach in freezer in back a of the kitchen. Priority: Basic
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shell eggs at hibachi station ambient temp of 57f for 40 minutes. Manager removed overflow of eggs from pan to allow better cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Phoenix shrimp at 121f for 20 minutes on buffet line. Manager increased steam well temperature during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw fish and shrimp thawing in stagnant water. Manager began running cold water during inspection.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection observed raw chiken, beef, and shrimp containers stored above ready to eat corn in walk-in cooler. Manager proceeded to switch corn to the top of shelf during inspection
Equipment in poor repair. Upon inspection observed 2 reach in freezers doors rusted and pitted in the Back of the restaurant.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Upon inspection observed soy sauce stored on the floor in dry storage area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed 2 reach in freezers with accumulation of ice inside in the back of the restaurant.
Open dumpster lid. Manager proceeded to close lid at time of inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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