SOUTH MARKET
232 E MAIN ST, Pensacola FL 32502 · 646 593 1946
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 15 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 1 dead frog next to reach in cooler n kitchen/drink making area. Operator cleaned up dead frog during inspection.
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Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Underneath three compartment sink.
Jul 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 9, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operators unable to locate food handler training for employees over 60 days during inspection. This violation must be addressed by July 27th.
May 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate0 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. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer in reading 0ppm. This violation must be addressed by June 4th.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Sliced tomatoes in reach-in cooler under service window overnight at 50f.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Buttermilk in reach-in cooler by fryers for 2 hours at 52f. Sliced tomatoes in reach-in cooler under service window overnight at 50f. See stop sale.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Upon inspection, no oyster tags have been marked with their last serve date.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operators unable to locate food handler training for employees over 60 days during inspection. This violation must be addressed by July 27th.
Mar 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 16, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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/. Observed equipment added in kitchen without updated plan review.
Dec 15, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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/. Observed equipment added in kitchen without updated plan review.
Sep 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beer batter 48F held over 4hrs in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beer batter 48F held over 4hrs in reach in cooler. See stop sale.
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/. Observed equipment added in kitchen without updated plan review.
Mar 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 17, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following in reach in cooler next to hot hold station: HELD 24HRS- pulled chicken 45F, buffalo dip 46F, garlic parm dressing 45F.
Mar 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following in reach in cooler: HELD 24HRS-sausage 47F, burger 51F, chicken wings 47/48F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following in reach in cooler: HELD 24HRS-sausage 47F, burger 51F, chicken wings 47/48F. See stop sale.
Oct 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pulled chicken 46F (held over 24hrs) in reach in cooler and beer cheese 46F (held over 24hrs) in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pulled chicken 46F (held over 24hrs) in reach in cooler and beer cheese 46F (held over 24hrs) in walk in cooler. See Stop Sale.
May 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Line upright Raw repackaged chicken stored over okra and pasta. Chicken moved to bottom of freezer during the inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Low boys - Beef patties 54, blanched fries 49/50F ( less than 4 hrs.) Iced to facilitate rapid cooling during the inspection.
Nov 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 1 dead frog next to reach in cooler n kitchen/drink making area. Operator cleaned up dead frog during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed baked beans 45/47F (24hrs) in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed baked beans 45/47F (24hrs) in reach in cooler. See stop sale.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink next to stove in kitchen blocked by cooling rack.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup without handle in multiple sauces in reach in make line cooler. Operator removed all cups from sauces during inspection.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed multiple empty CO2 tanks not secured.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roach in the following areas: 1 next to dish machine in dish washing area and 1 next to reach in cooler in kitchen/drink making area. Operator cleaned up dead roaches during inspection.
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