Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford
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300 E 2 St, Sanford, FL 32771Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford has accumulated 49 violations across 7 inspections between December 2022 and March 2026, averaging 7.0 violations per inspection—significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. High-priority violations have recurred across multiple inspections, including handwashing procedures (cited in June 2023 and December 2022), proper cooking temperatures (June 2023 and December 2022), shell stock requirements (September 2024 and March 2024), and food contact surfaces (September 2024 and March 2024). In June 2023, a single inspection documented 11 violations including high-priority findings for handwashing, allergen awareness, consumer advisory, time as control, cooking temperatures, and food condition. A complaint-based inspection on March 25, 2026 resulted in 16 violations and a Warning Issued disposition, indicating formal escalation. The most recent inspection on January 20, 2026 was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford: Comparison to Seminole County Averages
Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford: Full Inspection History — DBPR (8)
— 3 inspections11 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford last inspected?
- Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 11, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper sanitizing, Proper cooling equipment.
- How many health inspections has Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford had?
- Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford has had 8 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford find?
- Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford was most recently inspected on June 11, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford ever been shut down?
- No, Bliss Bistro and Social in Sanford has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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