Publix in Altamonte Springs

Last inspected:

503 E Altamonte Dr Ste 1002, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

Part of: Publix Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Publix #1661 in Altamonte Springs had 2 inspections on record between April 2023 and January 2026. A focused inspection on January 12, 2026 found 0 violations. An earlier inspection on April 21, 2023 identified 3 violations, all related to sushi temperature control and cooling procedures. An inspector documented that crunchy crab sushi was held at 45 degrees F, California spring roll at 43–50 degrees F, and Hawaiian poke bowl at 50 degrees F before being placed in retail self-service display, exceeding safe holding temperatures. The inspector noted that sushi rice prepared that morning had continued in use past its safe window, and that the retail display case was inadequate for proper cooling. All violations were corrected on site — sushi products were immediately moved to the freezer and cooled to 36–40 degrees F. The most recent inspection on January 12, 2026 was completed with no violations identified.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
3Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Publix in Altamonte Springs: FDACS Inspection History (2)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: ROBERT SMITH, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . JONATHAN, MANAGER ROBERT SMITH, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: DOUGLAS HULSER

Comments: Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.14(B) Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from ingredients at ambient temperature not cooled within 4 hours to 41°F or less. 3-501.14(B) PP
Retail : sushi placed out for retail self service prior to cooling to 41 degrees F or below. Crunchy crab sushi 45 degrees F, California spring roll 43-50 Degrees F, and Hawaiian poke bowl 50 degrees F. COS: All retail sushi was moved to the freezer for a quick cool down, temperatures dropped to 36-40 degrees F. x
8-103.12(A) Establishment not in compliance with the special process approval granted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, or a required HACCP plan accepted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. 5K-4.0050(3)(a) and 8-103.12(A) PP
Sushi :Today's records indicate that rice prepared this morning had been used by 8:15 at 9:15 that rice was still being used. Records indicate finished product sushi was cooled to 41 degrees F or below prior to being placed in retail, actual temperature for retail products we 43- 50 degree's F . Unit ambient temperature was 39-40 degrees F o

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-301.11 Equipment for cooling, cold holding, heating and hot holding food not sufficient in number and capacity to provide required food temperatures. 4-301.11 Pf
Retail : Sushi was placed in the open retail display case to cool. o

Publix in Altamonte Springs: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Publix in Altamonte Springs last inspected?
Publix #1661 in Altamonte Springs was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on January 12, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Publix in Altamonte Springs had?
Publix #1661 in Altamonte Springs has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Publix in Altamonte Springs find?
Publix #1661 in Altamonte Springs was most recently inspected by FDACS on January 12, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Publix in Altamonte Springs had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Publix #1661 in Altamonte Springs has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Publix in Altamonte Springs?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Publix #1661 in Altamonte Springs are: 3-501.14(B): Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from ingredients at ambient temperature not cooled within 4 hours to 41°F or less. 3-501.14(B) P; 8-103.12(A): Establishment not in compliance with the special process approval granted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, or a required HACCP plan accepted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. 5K-4.0050(3)(a) and 8-103.12(A) P; 4-301.11: Equipment for cooling, cold holding, heating and hot holding food not sufficient in number and capacity to provide required food temperatures. 4-301.11 Pf.

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