Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola
Last inspected:
6841 N 9 Ave, Pensacola, FL 32504Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola has accumulated 376 violations across 54 inspections since 2016, averaging 7 violations per visit. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. Recent inspections show a pattern of non-compliance and callbacks, particularly from June through October 2024 and again in 2025, with multiple high-priority violations cited within days of inspections. Fire safety records documented a faulty fire alarm control panel and a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone, both in 2018.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola: Comparison to Escambia County Averages
This Facility
6.8
violations / inspection
6.8 violations per inspection
Escambia County Avg
2
violations / inspection
2 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Escambia County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024051225 | $200.00 | Jun 19, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 6--2020007444 | $200.00 | Feb 4, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 6--2017039660 | $800.00 | Jul 20, 2017 | Orlando |
Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Trouble light indicated on fire alarm control panel. For reporting purposes only.
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.
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
K class extinguisher, on wall by by door heading to dry storage 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.
Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola: Full Inspection History — DBPR (56)
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections25 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Partial· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections60 violations · 35 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 12 inspections68 violations · 47 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola last inspected?
- Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 5, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola are: Single-use items, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola had?
- Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola has had 56 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola find?
- Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola was most recently inspected on May 5, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola ever been shut down?
- No, Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola been fined?
- Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet Restaurant in Pensacola has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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