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VENUE CAFE CATERING

524 N MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, Tallahassee FL 32301

Last inspected May 5, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023

Licence typeCaterer
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceCAT4703133
Grade history
JUN 25
JUN 25
SEP 25
MAY 26
MAY 26
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding less than 4 hours: Lettuce 56F Shredded cheese 48F Sour cream 52F Pico de gallo 54F. Operator placed food items inside walk in freezer during inspection.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

May 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

Recorded at 5730 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 5730 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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. Adjusted dispenser, rechecked 100 ppm.
High priority/22-41-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bucket in sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Sheet pans.
Basic/24-08-4
Food stored on floor. Case of food in walk-in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4
Jun 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

Recorded at 5730 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 11, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.

Recorded at 5730 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding less than 4 hours: Lettuce 56F Shredded cheese 48F Sour cream 52F Pico de gallo 54F. Operator placed food items inside walk in freezer during inspection.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzle gun soiledvwith slime at bar area.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed limes dumped in hand sink next to soda machine.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Apr 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

Recorded at 5730 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storing bucket of water.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Sheet pans not dry.
Basic/24-08-4
Aug 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

Recorded at 5730 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food cart soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Door and wall of walk-in cooler.
Basic/23-24-4
Jun 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 31, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Food manager certification expired. 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-03-7/Warning
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Mar 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

Recorded at 5730 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle on dishwasher. Properly stored during inspection.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of reach-in coolers on line.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food cart.
Basic/23-03-4
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 5730 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaner stored on dishwasher. Properly stored during inspection.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Reading -10° actual temp 40°. Thermometer replaced.
Intermediate/05-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Container discarded.
Intermediate/41-21-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food splatter on shelf in walk-in cooler, grease build up under flattop.
Basic/23-03-4

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.