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ORTONA TAVERN

1750 WILLIAMS RD, Moore Haven FL 33471

Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats33
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3200174
Grade history
OCT 23
APR 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Three small snap traps not covered. Operator removed and will get covered bait stations for outside.
High priority/41-23-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Apr 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw hamburger over sliced deli meat in Monogram reach in freezer. Operator removed raw hamburger and stored correctly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator made sanitizer with quaternary, and did not have the test strips. The operator had chlorine.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Corrective Action Taken
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer for chlorine.
Intermediate/16-36-4/Repeat Violation
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer for chlorine.
Intermediate/16-36-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at triple sink. Operator removed.
Basic/16-46-4/Corrective Action Taken
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
Feb 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of sauerkraut dented. Operator removed and voluntarily discarded.
High priority/01B-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Three small snap traps not covered. Operator removed and will get covered bait stations for outside.
High priority/41-23-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Toilet tank lid completely missing.
Basic/32-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ceiling tile missing in dry storage.
Basic/36-36-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in dry storage.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit on line. Operator obtained.
Basic/05-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Bathroom facility in disrepair: toilet in men's restroom with no toilet tank cover.
Basic/32-05-4
Ceiling tile missing in dry storage area.
Basic/36-36-4
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored with food contact surface down. Operator will remove and rewash.
Basic/24-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5
Floor paneling torn in dry storage.
Basic/36-17-5
Oct 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer for chlorine.
Intermediate/16-36-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area in dry storage. Operator will paint..
Basic/36-37-5/Corrective Action Taken
Single-service articles improperly stored. Washed forks and spoons not stored with food contact surface protected. Operator stored correctly.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site

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.