SAVORY ROOTS CATERING
14326 7 ST, Dade City FL 33523 · 352-567-7277
Last inspected Apr 20, 2026 · 4 visits since February 2026
FEB 26
APR 26
Rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials present. Evidence of shredded paper with rodent droppings in upstairs storage area behind AC ducts
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Apr 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap around back door. Operator will put weather seal around door.
Apr 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap under garage door in back of building Gap from top to bottom of back door.
Feb 19, 2026Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine does not test for chlorine, operator washing plastic containers, operator will use 3 compartment sink to sanitize.
Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ not open and operating, 4 employees on site when inspector arrived, plan review needs to be completed. Observed prepared foods in walk in cooler, roast with seasoning on top, open whipping cream, prepped green beans, shrimp. Has freezer with lots of food in it.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in dish room blocked by rack and electrical cords.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans submitted, deficiency letter sent to operator on 2/17/26.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap under garage door in back of building Gap from top to bottom of back door.
Feb 18, 2026Administrative determination recommendedComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine does not test for chlorine, operator washing plastic containers, operator will use 3 compartment sink to sanitize.
Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ not open and operating, 4 employees on site when inspector arrived, plan review needs to be completed. Observed prepared foods in walk in cooler, roast with seasoning on top, open whipping cream, prepped green beans, shrimp. Has freezer with lots of food in it.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 20 rodent droppings on floor in corner by ramp 30 rodent droppings by garage door by ramp 20 rodent dropping behind and in front of ice machine. 3 rodent droppings on floor in laundry room 8 rodent droppings on floor in upstairs storage area behind AC ductwork. 10 rodent droppings white tray in upstairs storage area, behind AC ductwork 20 rodent droppings on tray under AC unit upstairs 5 rodent droppings on floor by AC unit upstairs 3 rodent droppings behind plastic storage drawers in front room, by sliding door.
Rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials present. Evidence of shredded paper with rodent droppings in upstairs storage area behind AC ducts
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler -mashed potatoes (49F - cold holding); time on plastic wrap is 5:30, no temperatures taken.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler -mashed potatoes (49F - cold holding); time on plastic wrap is 5:30, no temperatures taken. See stop sale
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in dish room blocked by rack and electrical cords.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans submitted, deficiency letter sent to operator on 2/17/26.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap under garage door in back of building Gap from top to bottom of back door.
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