TAP IN TAVERN
20650 SW 80 PL RD, Dunnellon FL 34430 · 352-489-4566
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
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OCT 25
JAN 26
APR 26
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Three live flies flying in bar and seating areas.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2026022028 | Jan 26, 2026 | May 19, 2026 | $600 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found. Three live flies flying in bar and seating areas.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Backflow prevention device missing at two spigots on side of building. Manager added a Backflow prevention device on one spigot during this inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 1. Deflector plate inside ice machine in bar area soiled with mold-like substance. 2. Interior of ice machine door in kitchen soiled with mold-like substance.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No towels at handwash sink in bar area. An employee placed napkins at the sink during this inspection.
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Six co2 tanks not secured in kitchen and bar areas.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach-in beer can cooler doors.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in cooler doors in bar area soiled with mold-like substance.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxes containing single-use drink cups and lids stored directly on floor in back of kitchen. Manager had an employee remove both boxes from the floor during this inspection.
Jun 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 15, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing bleach stored directly on top of cutting board at refrigerated make-table. Manager removed the chemical from the area during this inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink in kitchen completely full of bottles. Employee removed all bottles from the sink during this inspection.
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/ Establishment lacking at least one certified food manager.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Five co2 tanks not secured in back if kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Box containing tea stored directly on floor in bar area.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Two outdoor trash cans without lids near golf carts.
Open dumpster lid. Lid of dumpster left open.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Sleeve of single-use foam trays stored directly on floor in kitchen.
Jan 27, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 26, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Package of raw shell eggs stored on shelf inside reach-in cooler directly above bag containing shredded cheese. An employee moved the raw eggs to the bottom shelf during this inspection.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1. 29 rodent droppings on floor in kitchen beside reach-in cooler near back door of kitchen. 2. Five rodent droppings on shelf in kitchen directly beside condiments near coolers in back of kitchen. 3. 11 rodent droppings inside cabinet in bar area below fountain machine directly beside single-use cups and lids. Manager cleaned and sanitized all areas during this inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Backflow prevention devices missing at three spigots and/or hose connections on exterior of building.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of ice machine door soiled with mold-like substance in back of kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No towels at handwash sink in bar area. Employee replenished the towels during this inspection.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Well testing report from within 12 months unavailable.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Three co2 tanks not secured in back of kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Remnants of old labels stuck to top of three lids on clean dish rack.
Oct 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 06/01/2025. Establishment is in operation and serving food during this inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Backflow prevention devices missing at two spigots on side of building.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Open package of ham missing date mark on shelf inside reach-in cooler in back of kitchen. Manager unsure when the ham was opened and voluntarily discarded it during this inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of ice machine lid soiled either mold-like substance in back of kitchen.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Well testing report from within 12 months unavailable.
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Nonfood-grade "Sherwin Williams" 5-gallon bucket used as ice bucket on top of ice machine. Manager removed bucket from kitchen during this inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at cookline stained with orange substance.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee's personal chicken stored on top shelf of reach-in cooler, above bags of shredded cheese intended for customers. Manager moved personal food to another shelf during this inspection.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Small pool of standing water inside both reach-in coolers.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. 1. Cobweb in corner of ceiling in kitchen near entrance. 2. Floor under equipment and shelving snide kitchen soiled with dirt and/or debris.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Several boxes containing sugar packets and salt shakers stored on shelf beside bottles of glass cleaner and "pine sol" cleaner inside cabinet behind bar. Manager removed all food from shelf during this inspection.
Dead roaches on premises. Four dead roaches on floor in kitchen below dry storage shelf. One dead roach on floor in bar area below counter. Manager cleaned up all dead roaches during this inspection.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall in kitchen above ice machine. Hole in wall below front counter near keg cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on keg cooler door in bar area soiled with mold-like substance.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of keg cooler in bar area.
Feb 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Pan of chili with date mark of 02/04 in top of make-table at kitchen entrance. Manager stated the dates they use on product is when the product should be discarded. Stop sale issued. Manager discarded chili during this inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Inside reach-in cooler at kitchen entrance: pork (51F - Cold Holding). Pork in zip bag sitting on top of pans above safe load limit. Manager stated the pork was stored inside the unit this way overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Inside reach-in cooler at kitchen entrance: pork (51F - Cold Holding). Pork in zip bag sitting on top of pans above safe load limit. Manager stated the pork was stored inside the unit this way overnight. Stop sale issued.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. One fire extinguisher on wall outside back door in red zone.
Sep 11, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 7, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 06/2023.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15 rodent droppings on lower shelf of cabinet beside boxes of candy and glassware behind front counter. Manager began cleaning rodent droppings during this inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing sanitizer missing label hanging from handwash sink in bar area. Manager added proper label during this inspection.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach inside bin below handwash sink in kitchen. Manager cleaned up and discarded roach during this inspection. Three dead roaches on lower shelf of cabinet behind front counter. One dead roach below prep table in center of kitchen near make-table.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor below equipment throughout kitchen soiled with dirt and/or food debris.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single-use aluminum pans not inverted on shelf in kitchen near back door. Manager inverted pans during this inspection.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water inside bottom of reach-in cooler in bar area containing kegs.
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.