Tallahassee — Food Safety Records
Tallahassee, Florida has 679 food establishments with 13,375 inspections on record. 4 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.6%, above the state average of 85.6%. Inspections average 3.4 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Cava (010372) in Tallahassee, shut down August 27, 2026 for sewage back up.
Largest fine: $600 assessed to California Chicken Grill in Tallahassee on March 26, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated October 2026.
Tallahassee Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Tallahassee
87.6%
Pass Rate
87.6%
Florida Average
85.6%
Pass Rate
85.6%
Tallahassee
3.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Tallahassee
0.59
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.59
Florida Average
1.94
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.94
Tallahassee Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Cava (010372) | Sewage back up |
Tallahassee Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edison Restaurant | 1 | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Ology Brewing | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Best Western Pride Inn & Suites | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Waffle House #1446 | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Salty Dawg Pub & Deli | 3 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Canopy Road CafÉ | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Tru by Hilton Tallahassee | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Canopy Road CafÉ | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Emerald Garden | 4 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Ology Brewing | 2 (1 high) | Warning Issued |
Tallahassee Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 52,818 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 50,350 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 49,940 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 48,081 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 44,883 |
Tallahassee Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2026 | California Chicken Grill | $600 | 6--2025078878 |
| Aug 11, 2026 | Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-university | $400 | 6--2026047052 |
| Aug 28, 2026 | Izzy Pub and Sushi Bar | $400 | 6--2026027511 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Catering Capers Ala Carte | $400 | 6--2024047512 |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Conchman Conway LLC | $400 | 6--2026024350 |
| Feb 4, 2026 | Las Braza's Mexican Grill | $400 | 6--2025074754 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Driftwood Family Restaurant | $400 | 6--2025074764 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Captain D's #3788 | $400 | 6--2025074745 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Sam's Country Buffet INC | $400 | 6--2025049045 |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 12642 | $200 | 6--2026008254 |
Tallahassee Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 55 |
| Other fire safety violation | 23 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 16 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 15 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 8 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 3 |
Tallahassee: Notable Restaurants
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 918
30 inspections
69 violations
4 closures
Midtown & 3rd LLC
41 inspections
300 violations
3 closures
Gordos Restaurant
36 inspections
217 violations
3 closures
El Rey Tacos and Beer
65 inspections
466 violations
2 closures
China First
50 inspections
433 violations
1 closures
Fuji Hibachi Express
49 inspections
354 violations
Tallahassee: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 12 | 521 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 12 | 835 | 0 |
| Wendys | 10 | 773 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 10 | 349 | 0 |
| Firehouse Subs | 8 | 300 | 1 |
| Zaxbys | 7 | 481 | 4 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 7 | 391 | 2 |
| Burger King | 7 | 863 | 5 |
| Jimmy Johns | 6 | 149 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 6 | 898 | 0 |
Tallahassee Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Tallahassee?
- Tallahassee, Florida has 679 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Tallahassee?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Tallahassee is 87.6%. The Florida state average is 85.6%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Tallahassee this year?
- 4 food establishments in Tallahassee have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Tallahassee?
- The most frequently cited violations in Tallahassee are: Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Tallahassee?
- Subway has the most locations in Tallahassee with 12 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Tallahassee?
- Cava (010372) in Tallahassee was shut down on August 27, 2026 for sewage back up.
- How does Tallahassee compare to the Florida state average?
- Tallahassee has a pass rate of 87.6%, which is 2 percentage points above the state average of 85.6%. The average violations per inspection is 3.4 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Tallahassee?
- Food establishments in Tallahassee have an average of 19.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Tallahassee been assessed?
- Food establishments in Tallahassee have been assessed $136,020 in fines across 372 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $377 and the largest single fine was $2,000.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Tallahassee restaurants?
- 120 fire safety violations have been documented across 85 food establishments in Tallahassee. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
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Tallahassee Restaurants & Food Establishments (673)
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 918 4 closures
813 LAKE BRADFORD RD, Tallahassee
30 inspections · 69 violations · Last: Jul 2026Midtown & 3rd LLC 3 closures
1002 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
41 inspections · 300 violations · Last: May 2026Gordos Restaurant 3 closures
1907 W PENSACOLA ST, Tallahassee
36 inspections · 217 violations · Last: Feb 2026Burger King #06288 3 closures
3102 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
35 inspections · 190 violations · Last: May 2026El Rey Tacos and Beer 2 closures
1122 THOMASVILLE RD STE 8, Tallahassee
65 inspections · 466 violations · Last: Aug 2026Midtown Caboose 2 closures
1406 N MERIDIAN RD, Tallahassee
40 inspections · 292 violations · Last: Apr 2026Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar 2 closures
3550 MAHAN DR #10, Tallahassee
37 inspections · 205 violations · Last: Aug 2026Snappers Fish and Chicken 2 closures
1600 THARPE ST, Tallahassee
23 inspections · 149 violations · Last: May 2026California Chicken Grill 2 closures
1414 W TENNESSEE ST, Tallahassee
40 inspections · 138 violations · Last: Jun 2026Tha Caddy Shack 2 closures
2737 BLAIR STONE RD, Tallahassee
27 inspections · 116 violations · Last: Mar 2026Cafe Yerushalmi 2 closures
910 LAKE BRADFORD RD, Tallahassee
29 inspections · 104 violations · Last: Sep 2026Zaxby's 2 closures
180 CAPITAL CIRCLE SW, Tallahassee
30 inspections · 89 violations · Last: Aug 2025Sado Mori Japanese Steak House INC 2 closures
2810 SHARER RD #8, Tallahassee
23 inspections · 74 violations · Last: Mar 2026Oh' Lemonade INC 2 closures
1314 S ADAMS ST, Tallahassee
19 inspections · 65 violations · Last: May 2026Tropical Smoothie Cafe Franchisee 2 closures
1500 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
22 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Jul 2026China First 1 closure
400 SE CAPITAL CIR STE 24, Tallahassee
50 inspections · 433 violations · Last: Oct 2026Lindys Chicken #3 1 closure
1231 E LAFAYETTE ST, Tallahassee
39 inspections · 384 violations · Last: Feb 20264th Quarter Bar & Grill 1 closure
2033 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
42 inspections · 367 violations · Last: Oct 2026Steak N Shake 1 closure
3394 CAPITAL CIRCLE NE, Tallahassee
40 inspections · 336 violations · Last: Oct 2026Driftwood Family Restaurant 1 closure
8056 WOODVILLE HWY, Tallahassee
47 inspections · 332 violations · Last: Dec 2025