Stop and Go Food Store # in Lake City
Last inspected:
605 Sw Main Blvd, Lake City, FL 32025Stop and Go Food Store #0003 in Lake City has 6 inspections on record between September 2022 and December 2025. Two stop-sale orders issued on December 19, 2025 required the voluntary destruction of products citing labeling violations and missing certificates of analysis under Florida Food Law. The facility has experienced repeated cross-contamination violations: raw bacon was documented displayed directly over ready-to-eat food during inspections in September 2022 and May 2023, both times corrected on site. A priority foundation plumbing violation involving a missing backflow device on an exterior spigot was noted as a repeat finding in September 2025. The most recent focused inspection on December 19, 2025 documented 3 violations related to the stop-sale orders and product labeling compliance.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Stop and Go Food Store # in Lake City: FDACS Inspection History (6)
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.
— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· 3 violations· 2 stop-sale orders· Focused Inspection
Comments: Request # 5146780.
Risk-Based Violations
72
The certificate of analysis does not state the concentration of total delta-9
tetrahydrocannabinol and of each prohibited substance, toxicant, residual solvent, metal, and pesticide
listed in 5K-4.034 (5), F.A.C., contained in each batch. 5K-4.034(6)(o), F.A.C.
The certificate of analysis does not state the concentration of total delta-9
tetrahydrocannabinol and of each prohibited substance, toxicant, residual solvent, metal, and pesticide.
Stop Sale and release order issued, see order
o
72
The certificate of analysis does not state whether the pathogens listed in 5K-4.034
(5)(e), F.A.C., are present or absent in each batch. 5K-4.034(6)(p), F.A.C.
The certificate of analysis does not state whether the pathogens listed in 5K-4.034 (5)(e),
F.A.C., are present or absent in each batch. 5K-4.034(6)(p), F.A.C. Stop Sale and release order issued, see
order.
o
75
The label for retail products containing Hemp or Hemp Extract intended for Human
Consumption does not include the serving size and servings per container expressed in Common
Household Measures and the net contents expressed in both the appropriate International System of Units
(SI) and United States customary units. 5K-4.034(6)(f), F.A.C.
The label for retail products containing Hemp or Hemp Extract intended for Human
Consumption does not include the serving size and servings per container expressed in Common
Household Measures and the net contents expressed in both the appropriate International System of Units
(SI) and United States customary units. 5K-4.034(6)(f), F.A.C. Stop Sale and release order issued, see
order
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A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Certificate of Analysis
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements - Check Back Needed· 3 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
Risk-Based Violations
74
Retailer selling hemp or hemp extract intended for Human Consumption did not post
a clear and conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the product which states: "THE SALE OF
HEMP OR HEMP EXTRACT INTENDED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION TO PERSONS UNDER THE
AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED. PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE.". 5K-4.034(8)(a), F.A.C.Repeat
No Hemp age restriction sign posted. COS - Hemp age restriction sign posted during
inspection.
Good Retail Practice Violations
5-203.14
Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas
contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an air
gap or installation of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 PfRepeat
Outside area - No backflow device on spigot on side of store.
83
Retailer selling kratom products for human consumption did not post a clear and
conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the products which states: "THE SALE OF KRATOM
TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR
PURCHASE". 5K-4.030(4)(a), F.A.C.
No Kratom age restriction sign posted. COS - Kratom age restriction sign posted during
inspection.
— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Hurricane Idalia phone assessment
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events provided.
Risk-Based Violations
3-302.11(A)(1)
Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from
ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables
before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP
Retail area - Raw bacon displayed over ready to eat food. COS - Raw bacon moved during
inspection.
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2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding
to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or
procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and
the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an
event that involves the discharge of vomit or diarrhea.
o
Good Retail Practice Violations
5-501.11
Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do
not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114
Outside area - Dumpster missing drain plugs.
o
6-501.12
Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not
done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Back room area - Excessive dust build up on fan guards in walk in cooler.
o
Print Date: 5/11/2023
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— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 11 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: Hemp age restriction sign, Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement provided.
Risk-Based Violations
3-302.11(A)(1)
Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from
ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before
they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP
Retail area - Raw bacon displayed over ready to eat product. COS - Bacon moved to bottom self
during inspection.
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4-601.11(A)
Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) PfPf
Retail area - Ice shoot on self service soda machine not clean to sight or touch, mold like substance.
COS - Ice shoot cleaned during inspection.
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2-102.11(C)
Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing
transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause
foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can
not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)
(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf
Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of
foodborne disease by a food employee.
o
2-103.11(O)
Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are informed in
a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities
as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) PfPf
Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are informed in a
verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities
as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
o
Print Date: 9/1/2022
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Pf
Citation Description: Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning
liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual,
disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying
device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient
temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 Pf
Observation: Outside area - Restroom on outside of building no paper towels or hand drying devise provided at
hand wash sink.
o
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to
an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do
not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of
employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event
that involves the discharge of vomit or diarrhea.
o
74
Retailer selling hemp extract intended for inhalation did not post a clear and conspicuous sign
directly adjacent to the display of the product which states: "THE SALE OF HEMP EXTRACT INTENDED FOR
INHALATION TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR
PURCHASE". 5K-4.034(8)(a), F.A.C.
Retailer selling hemp extract intended for inhalation did not post a clear and conspicuous sign directly
adjacent to the display of the product which states: "THE SALE OF HEMP EXTRACT INTENDED FOR INHALATION
TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE".
o
95
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test
through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
No Certified Food protection Manager.
o
Good Retail Practice Violations
5-203.14
Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into
the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an air gap or installation of an
approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf
Outside area - No back flow devise on outside spigot.
o
5-501.11
Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do not
have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114
Outside area - No drain plug in dumpster.
o
5-501.11
Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept
covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered
when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
Outside area - Dumpster lids not closed.
o
6-305.11
Dressing rooms or dressing areas not designated when employees routinely change their
clothes in the establishment, or lockers or other suitable facilities not provided for the orderly storage of employee’s
clothing and other possessions. 6-305.11
Retail area - Employee personal item stored next to single use items. COS - Employee personal items
moved during inspection.
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Stop and Go Food Store # in Lake City: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (2)
Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Certificate of Analysis |
Stop and Go Food Store # in Lake City: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Stop and Go Food Store # in Lake City last inspected?
- Stop and Go Food Store # 0003 in Lake City was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on December 19, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Stop and Go Food Store # in Lake City had?
- Stop and Go Food Store # 0003 in Lake City has 6 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Stop and Go Food Store # in Lake City find?
- Stop and Go Food Store # 0003 in Lake City was most recently inspected by FDACS on December 19, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
- Has Stop and Go Food Store # in Lake City had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Stop and Go Food Store # 0003 in Lake City has 2 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
- What are the most common violations at Stop and Go Food Store # in Lake City?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Stop and Go Food Store # 0003 in Lake City are: 3-302.11(A)(1): Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) P; 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 5-501.11: Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114.
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