Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White

Last inspected:

8725 N Us Hwy 27, Fort White, FL 32038
Overview

Suicide Opossum in Fort White was emergency-closed three times in early 2018 for rodent activity, and inspectors documented fire safety violations including propane tanks stored inside the building and blocked emergency exits during that period. The facility has averaged 4.1 violations per inspection across 22 inspections since 2021, below the statewide average of 5.2, though a September 2025 routine inspection documented 39 violations including five high-priority findings related to management awareness, food contamination risk, food contact surface sanitation, and chemical storage, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation. High-priority violations for employee health policy and proper hand and arm washing appeared in multiple 2025 inspections. Disciplinary actions totaling $800 were issued against the facility. The most recent inspection on March 12, 2026 found 3 violations and resulted in a warning issued.

Most recent closure: February 27, 2018 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
90Violations
3Closures
3Fire
$800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White: Comparison to Columbia County Averages

This Facility 3.9 violations / inspection 3.9 violations per inspection
Columbia County Avg 5.12 violations / inspection 5.12 county average
This Facility 3 emergency closures 3 closures
Columbia County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White: Emergency Closure History (3)

Emergency closure history for Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 18:08:00
Rodent activity 18:00:00
Rodent activity 13:07:00

Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $800.00

Disciplinary action history for Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2018011604 — Feb 27, 2018 Miami (Doral)
5--2018009074 $400.00 Feb 12, 2018 Miami (Doral)
5--2018003431 $400.00 Jan 18, 2018 Fort Lauderdale

Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 3 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Cart with air conditioner blocking back door of restaurant side.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Emergency order recommended

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Two propane tanks in storage room inside ladies restroom. Removed tanks from building. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Emergency order recommended

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Using propane tank as heater in kitchen area.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 2 inspections1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— 3 inspections36 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V09 No contamination
V11 Food in good condition
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V41 Toilet facilities
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V11 Food in good condition
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
V53 Outer openings protected
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 11 inspections22 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency order recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency order recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V47 Wall/ceiling maintenance
V48 Food storage
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White last inspected?
Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 2, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White last shut down?
Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White was last shut down on February 27, 2018 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White?
The most frequently cited violations at Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White are: Proper ventilation, Single-use items, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White had?
Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White find?
Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White was most recently inspected on June 2, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White ever been shut down?
Yes, Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
How much has Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White been fined?
Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White has been fined a total of $800.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Knee Deep Games & Grub in Fort White operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Reds Tavern (2018-2018).

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