LIBERTY BAR & RESTAURANT
1307 N MONROE ST UNIT 2, Tallahassee FL 32301 · 850-284-7966
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 10 visits since June 2024
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5 inspections trending up, 14 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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. Per operator coming to look later today. Will 3 comp sink to sanitize in mean time.
Apr 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of pesto Bismo stored on shelf in walk in cooler next to whole melon.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Spoke with OPQ- Haccp has been submitted and is under Review.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at sink on cook line and in prep area.
Sep 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
Jun 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
Hood vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, substance.
Apr 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed thawed shrimp in reduced oxygen packing sealed in establishment date marked 10-21-24. See stop sale.
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. Observed no proof of food handler training for any servers. Per manager servers have been hired over 60 days.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan and process waiver approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed sliced tomatoes, tofu, and shrimp in reduced oxygen packaging date marked over 24 hours. See stop sale for shrimp.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
In-use soda nozzle stored in soiled holster between uses at bar area.
Observed accumulation of waste water not draining through waste line at bar area soda gun holster.
Jun 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Inspector left some strips for establishment. Test strips are on order.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Previous inspection on 3-31-23 time was extended. Establishment was provided with contact information.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents rusted.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in front of ice machine.
Shared dumpster-dumpster side doors left open.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Jun 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of cleaner with bleach stored on shelf next to fryer oil.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink, Inspector supplied a few strips to establishment until order comes in.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the large ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing in front of walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, rust or mold-like substance.
Multiple Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at 4 sinks in kitchen. Director printed and hung signs above sinks.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Multiple areas of un sealed floors through out kitchen.
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.