Tallahassee — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Tallahassee, Florida has 1056 food establishments with 12,813 inspections on record. 11 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.9%, above the state average of 86.2%. Inspections average 3.4 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #139 in Tallahassee on May 14, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated April 2026.
Tallahassee Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Tallahassee
87.9%
Pass Rate
87.9%
Florida Average
86.2%
Pass Rate
86.2%
Tallahassee
3.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Tallahassee
1.04
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.04
Florida Average
1.46
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.46
Tallahassee Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Roadhouse | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Hopkins Eatery INC | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Cafe De Martin | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Captain D's # 3834 | 1 | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Hungry Howies Pizza #0292 | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Sonny's Bar B Q | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Edison Restaurant | 11 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Pedros of Tallahassee | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Jason's Deli | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Captain D's # 3834 | 9 (3 high) | Warning Issued |
Tallahassee Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 1,585 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 1,547 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 1,356 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 1,332 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 1,323 |
Tallahassee Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2025 | Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #139 | $800 | 6--2025031643 |
| Mar 26, 2026 | California Chicken Grill | $600 | 6--2025078878 |
| Jun 20, 2025 | 509 Caribbean Cuisine | $520 | 6--2025007612 |
| Aug 12, 2025 | Tha Caddy Shack | $520 | 6--2025037789 |
| Jul 30, 2025 | Pineappetit | $480 | 6--2025043351 |
| May 27, 2025 | A Town Wings #2 | $400 | 6--2025034272 |
| Jul 22, 2025 | California Chicken Grill | $400 | 6--2025031638 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Captain D's #3788 | $400 | 6--2025074745 |
| Feb 4, 2026 | Las Braza's Mexican Grill | $400 | 6--2025074754 |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Longhorn Steakhouse of Talla | $400 | 6--2025062313 |
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 Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Tallahassee has 492 FDACS-regulated facilities with 1,486 inspections on record and 9,514 stop-sale orders issued.
Tallahassee FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| King-food-store-399987 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| King-food-store-399987 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Approved Source: Food obtained … | |
| King-food-store-399987 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food… | |
| Ami-95-food-mart-408864 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Ami-95-food-mart-408864 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| 7-brew-store-000200-420092 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterat… | |
| Victory-food-mart-408507 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Victory-food-mart-408507 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Victory-food-mart-408507 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Argonaut-coffee-at-cascades-416633 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterat… |
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Tallahassee FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Tallahassee Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle K | 20 | 108 | 1,668 |
| Dollar General | 15 | 57 | 2,877 |
| CVS | 11 | 9 | 1,009 |
| Starbucks | 11 | 77 | 1,180 |
| Publix | 10 | 53 | 1,789 |
| Dollar Tree | 8 | 9 | 1,110 |
| Walgreens | 6 | 1 | 743 |
| Shell | 6 | 152 | 1,162 |
Tallahassee: Notable Restaurants
Midtown & 3rd LLC
40 inspections
296 violations
3 closures
Gordos Restaurant
36 inspections
217 violations
3 closures
Burger King #06288
34 inspections
190 violations
3 closures
El Rey Tacos and Beer
63 inspections
463 violations
2 closures
Fuji Hibachi Express
47 inspections
343 violations
Driftwood Family Restaurant
47 inspections
332 violations
1 closures
Tallahassee: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 12 | 501 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 12 | 829 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 10 | 344 | 0 |
| Wendys | 10 | 757 | 0 |
| Burger King | 7 | 857 | 5 |
| Zaxbys | 7 | 478 | 4 |
| Firehouse Subs | 7 | 292 | 1 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 7 | 365 | 2 |
| Chick-fil-a | 6 | 272 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 6 | 303 | 0 |
Tallahassee Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Tallahassee?
- Tallahassee, Florida has 1056 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 87.9%. The Florida state average is 86.2%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Tallahassee this year?
- 11 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.
- How does Tallahassee compare to the Florida state average?
- Tallahassee has a pass rate of 87.9%, which is 1.7 percentage points above the state average of 86.2%. The average violations per inspection is 3.4 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Tallahassee?
- Food establishments in Tallahassee have an average of 12.1 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 $81,140 in fines across 254 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $329 and the largest single fine was $1,600.
- 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.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Tallahassee inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Tallahassee, Florida has 492 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 1,486 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Tallahassee?
- FDACS has issued 9,514 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Tallahassee, including 462 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
Tallahassee Restaurants & Food Establishments (1,038)
Emerald Garden
2910 KERRY FOREST PKWY, Tallahassee
24 inspections · 127 violations · Last: Mar 2026Jason's Deli
2335 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
31 inspections · 126 violations · Last: Apr 2026Cracker Barrel #44
2920 HOSPITALITY RD, Tallahassee
28 inspections · 126 violations · Last: Sep 2025El Viroleno LLC
2910 KERRY FORREST PARKWAY SUITE B1, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 125 violations · Last: Jan 2026Tijuana Flats
3111 MAHAN DRIVE BAY #33, Tallahassee
34 inspections · 124 violations · Last: Mar 2026Island Wing Company
1370 MARKET ST #2, Tallahassee
24 inspections · 122 violations · Last: Mar 2026Vale Food Co
815 W MADISON ST STE 106, Tallahassee
40 inspections · 121 violations · Last: Feb 2026Zaan Indian Cuisine
1019 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
27 inspections · 121 violations · Last: Feb 2026New China Dragon LLC
1717 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
24 inspections · 120 violations · Last: Jan 2026Earley's at the Capitol
400 S MONROE ST LOWER LEVEL, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 120 violations · Last: Sep 2025Kool Beanz Cafe
921 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee
29 inspections · 120 violations · Last: Mar 2026Izzy Pub and Sushi Bar
1123 THOMASVILLE RD STE C, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 119 violations · Last: Sep 2025Js Asian Street Food
402 E TENNESSEE ST, Tallahassee
27 inspections · 119 violations · Last: Mar 2026Dave's Pizza Garage
2887 KERRY FOREST PKWY, Tallahassee
20 inspections · 118 violations · Last: Mar 2026Edison Restaurant
470 SUWANNEE ST, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 118 violations · Last: Apr 2026Smitty's Taphouse & Grill
6265 OLD WATER OAK ROAD, Tallahassee
20 inspections · 118 violations · Last: Feb 2026Gaines Street Pies
603-4 GAINES STREET, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 118 violations · Last: Mar 2026Wendy's 154
2525 S MONROE ST STE 1, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 117 violations · Last: Feb 2026Golf Club at Summerbrooke, LLC
7505 PRESERVATION ROAD, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 117 violations · Last: Mar 2026Nihao
6668 THOMASVILLE RD #17, Tallahassee
18 inspections · 117 violations · Last: Mar 2026