The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City

Last inspected:

1445 Sw Main Blvd Ste 180, Lake City, FL 32025
Overview

The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City is a health food store with food service that has received two FDACS inspections on record between June 2023 and May 2025. The most recent inspection on May 22, 2025 documented four violations, including a priority violation for raw shell eggs stored above ready-to-eat products in a reach-in cooler; the eggs were moved to proper storage during the inspection. A priority foundation violation cited a hand wash sink blocked by equipment next to the three-compartment sink. An earlier inspection on June 13, 2023 cited three violations, including a missing backflow prevention device on a mop sink in the back room. Combined compliance across both inspections shows the facility has addressed some violations on site but continues to receive citations for basic food safety practices.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
7Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City: 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
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: GARRY OSTENDORF, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Changed FE type from Health food Store no food service to Health Food Store with food service.

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
Food processing area - Raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat product in reach in cooler. COS - Raw shell eggs moved during inspection. x
5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Food processing area - Hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink blocked.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Back room area - Back door not tight fitting.
2-402.11 Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 2-402.11Repeat
Food service line - Employees making drinks not wearing hair restraints.
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: GARRY OSTENDORF, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Certified Food protection Manager information, and Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement provided.

Risk-Based Violations

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

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Back room area - Back door not tight fitting. o
5-202.14 Backflow or backsiphonage prevention device installed on a water supply system does not meet American Society of Sanitary Engineering (A.S.S.E.) standards for construction, installation, maintenance, inspection, and testing for that specific application and type of device. 5-202.14 Pf
Back room area - No back flow device on mop sink. o

The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City: Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City last inspected?
The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on May 22, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City had?
The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City find?
The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City was most recently inspected by FDACS on May 22, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City are: 6-202.15: Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15; 5-205.11: Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 Pf; 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.
Does The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City have any repeat violations?
Yes, The Sprouted Spoon in Lake City has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 6-202.15: Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15.

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