RUBY STREET GRILLE
221 EAST RUBY ST., Tavares FL 32778 · 352.742.7829
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 23 points better than where it started.
Lizard activity present as evidenced by lizard droppings found. - at front window in dining area. Operator clean up droppings.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw beef in upright freezer in dry storage. Operator removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand washing sink at the outside bar.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in the kitchen. Ceiling tiles in the kitchen.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates on shelf next to the oven.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook wearing watch and bracelets. Cook removed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor at cook line. Floor in outside bar area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In freezer at the end of cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets across from steam table. Upright reach in freezer gaskets in dry storage.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler across from steam table. Upright reach in freezer in dry storage.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall at cook line. Wall next oven heading into dry storage area. Wall by hand washing sink next to cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour in the kitchen.
Jan 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior ice machine soiled. Small cutting boards stored over three comp sink
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. Gave firm to operator. Operator filled out and signed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance n the kitchen
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under fryer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan motor covers walk in cooler
Soiled Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact top of freezer next to fryer
Jan 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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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. 0ppm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior ice machine soiled. Small cutting boards stored over three comp sink
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. Gave firm to operator. Operator filled out and signed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance n the kitchen
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under fryer
Food being prepared outside. Exterior door open with no barrier directly into kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan motor covers walk in cooler
Soiled Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact top of freezer next to fryer
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed onions over sliced turkey outside walk in
Aug 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor throughout kitchen area. Floor in walk in cooler soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasketsin the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler in the kitchen Reach in freezer soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in walk in cooler
Aug 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef on top of French fries in reach in freezer
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Mahi and Tuna in reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Potato Skins (48F - Cold Holding); Hot Dogs (49F - Cold Holding); Beef (49F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator from day prior. Potato Skins (48F - Cold Holding); Hot Dogs (49F - Cold Holding); Beef (49F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled
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. Mahi and Tuna in reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor throughout kitchen area. Floor in walk in cooler soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasketsin the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler in the kitchen Reach in freezer soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cups stored on floor in dining area. Operator removed.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in walk in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls throughout kitchen area soiled.
Apr 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener -white cutting board at sandwich station
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - under all equipment in kitchen.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. - outside bar floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - dish trays - gaskets on reach in cooler.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 2, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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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. - O ppm chlorine. Operator changed out empty chlorine container - 50 ppm chlorine
Lizard activity present as evidenced by lizard droppings found. - at front window in dining area. Operator clean up droppings.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - sanitizer bucket stored on prep table.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener -white cutting board at sandwich station
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - cloth towel stored in hand sink at front inside bar.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - under all equipment in kitchen.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. - outside bar floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - microwave
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - dish trays - gaskets on reach in cooler.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate16 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. - Aleve stored next to can opener.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw beef stored over cooked beef in reachin cooler next to cooks line.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - magic Eraser cleaner stored on ice machine.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. - 2 hose bibs outside back door.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board on line. -Electric slicer - can opener - interior of fryers and baskets
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in kitchen area.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. -Case of Togo containers in office area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. -Employee restroom
Drain cover(s) missing. - dish area.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - all floors under kitchen cooking equipment and storage areas.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - avantco pizza oven - microwave in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -dish trays -exterior of Avantco pizza oven -exterior of white freezer on cooks line -exterior of reach in cooler in kitchen
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. - reach in pizza / salad station. - reach in cooler next to stove
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. - chicken set out at room temperature in 3 compartment sink.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. - all the walls in kitchen.
Apr 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - Raw sausage over deli ham in reach in cooler on cooks line
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - spray bottle hanging on bracket over 3 compartment sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - can opener - cutting boards on cooks line - electric slicer -interior of fryers and baskets
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - hand sink at outside bar used as dump sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door open at the time of inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - under all cooking equipment in kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. - pickles in walk-in cooler - cooking oil in dry storage
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of fryers - exterior of flat top grill - exterior of freezer on cooks line.
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. - raw beef stored over raw back in reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Spray bottles of cleaner hanging on shelf in dish area
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. - Hose Bibb located outside across walk in door.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Electric slicer - can opener -White cutting boards on cooks line. -Interior of fryers and baskets
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - hand sink at front bar used as dump sink
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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. -Tuna - mahi
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Cigarettes stored ext to tea urns
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -Side door in kitchen area
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwave in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters
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