Buster's Bistro in Sanford
Last inspected:
300 S Sanford Ave, Sanford, FL 32771Buster's Bistro in Sanford has accumulated 419 violations across 41 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once in 2018 for sewage and fly activity. Recent enforcement shows an active pattern: between October and December 2025, inspectors documented 34 high-priority violations, triggering an emergency order and daily follow-up inspections. The three most frequently cited violations are improper ventilation (37 instances), improperly stored chemicals (34 instances), and contaminated food contact surfaces (26 instances).
Most recent closure: October 7, 2025 for sewage issue/fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Buster's Bistro in Sanford: Comparison to Seminole County Averages
This Facility
10.3
violations / inspection
10.3 violations per inspection
Seminole County Avg
5.48
violations / inspection
5.48 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Seminole County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Buster's Bistro in Sanford: Emergency Closure History (1)
Buster's Bistro in Sanford: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $300.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025073654 | $300.00 | Oct 7, 2025 | Tampa |
Buster's Bistro in Sanford: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 11 inspections70 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 5 inspections50 violations · 27 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections32 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections40 violations · 26 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Buster's Bistro in Sanford: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Buster's Bistro in Sanford last inspected?
- Buster's Bistro in Sanford was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Buster's Bistro in Sanford last shut down?
- Buster's Bistro in Sanford was last shut down on October 7, 2025 for sewage issue/fly 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 Buster's Bistro in Sanford?
- The most frequently cited violations at Buster's Bistro in Sanford are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Buster's Bistro in Sanford had?
- Buster's Bistro in Sanford has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Buster's Bistro in Sanford find?
- Buster's Bistro in Sanford was most recently inspected on July 9, 2026 with 14 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Buster's Bistro in Sanford ever been shut down?
- Yes, Buster's Bistro in Sanford has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- Has Buster's Bistro in Sanford faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Buster's Bistro in Sanford has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $300.00 in fines.
- How much has Buster's Bistro in Sanford been fined?
- Buster's Bistro in Sanford has been fined a total of $300.00 across 1 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.
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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