Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee
Last inspected:
16766 Blountstown Hwy, Tallahassee, FL 32310Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee has 6 inspections on record since August 2024. Stop-sale orders issued on December 23, 2025 required the immediate removal of 12 products due to labeling violations under Florida Food Law (FS 500; FAC 5K-4). All products were voluntarily destroyed by establishment management and witnessed by the inspector. The facility experienced recurring time-marking violations for temperature-controlled foods held on time as a public health control, cited in both the August 2024 and November 2024 inspections but corrected on site each time. Additional violations in August 2024 included improper sanitizer concentration in the retail area, unwashed deli knives in contact with ready-to-eat foods, flies in the warewash area, and absence of hot water at the handwash sink in the restroom. A focused inspection on December 23, 2025 documented 10 violations including a thermometer calibration issue and missing hand-drying device, both corrected on site. Recent check-back inspections in January and February 2026 were conducted to verify compliance with Emergency Rule 5KER25-6 kratom labeling requirements, with the February 25, 2026 inspection finding no violations and confirming no non-compliant product on site.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee: FDACS Inspection History (6)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: This focused check-back inspection was conducted to verify 5KER25-6 kratom labeling compliance. No product on site.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: This check-back focused inspection is being conducted offsite to document a verbal conversation with food establishment
management regarding product compliance with Emergency Rule 5KER25-6. An onsite check-back will occur on or about 30 days.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection
— Failure to Renew Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 10 violations· 19 stop-sale orders· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
2ER25-2 and 5KER25-6 documents provided.
Handwash sign and Kratom signage provided.
A check back inspection will occur on or around 30 days from today's date to verify compliance with 5KER25-6 Kratom labeling
requirements.
Risk-Based Violations
75
Hemp and Hemp Extract intended for Human Consumption does not declare the
number of milligrams of each cannabinoid per serving and the serving size on the label. 5K-4.034(6)(c),
F.A.C.
Hemp and Hemp Extract intended for Human Consumption does not declare the number of
milligrams of each cannabinoid per serving and the serving size on the label. 5K-4.034(6)(c), F.A.C. See
the comments section of the Food Safety Inspection Report and the Food Safety Inspection Supplemental
Report.
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75
The scannable barcode or quick response code as required in Section 581.217(7)
(a)2., F.S., does not link directly to a webpage where the required certificate of analysis may be found in
three or fewer steps. 5K-4.034(6)(k), F.A.C.
The scannable barcode or quick response code as required in Section 581.217(7)(a)2., F.S.,
does not link directly to a webpage where the required certificate of analysis may be found in three or fewer
steps. 5K-4.034(6)(k), F.A.C. See the comments section of the Food Safety Inspection Report and the Food
Safety Inspection Supplemental Report.
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75
The label of a product containing Hemp or Hemp Extract intended for Human
Consumption in packaged form does not specify conspicuously the name and place of business of the
processor, packer, or distributor. 5K-4.034(6)(i), F.A.C.
The label of a product containing Hemp or Hemp Extract intended for Human Consumption
in packaged form does not specify conspicuously the name and place of business of the processor, packer,
or distributor.¿5K-4.034(6)(i), F.A.C. See the comments section of the Food Safety Inspection Report and
the Food Safety Inspection Supplemental Report.
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6-301.11
Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand
cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not
provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean
towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high
velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Public restroom area: No hand drying device. COS- Paper towels were provided.
Good Retail Practice Violations
100
The Food Establishment failed to timely submit its permit renewal application and/or
fee as required by rule 5K-4.020(4)-(5), Florida Administrative Code and section 500.12, Florida Statutes.
The Food Establishment failed to timely submit its permit renewal application and/or fee as
required by rule 5K-4.020(4)-(5), Florida Administrative Code and section 500.12, Florida Statutes. COSPermit renewal fee was paid during this inspection.
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INSPECTION: KRATOM PRODUCTS
Violation No.
4-203.11
Food temperature measuring device scaled only in Celsius or dually scaled in
Celsius and Fahrenheit not accurate to ± 1°C in the intended range of use; or if scaled only in Fahrenheit,
not accurate to ± 2°F in the intended range of use. 4-203.11 Pf
Probe thermometer registered 22 degrees F in an ice bath. COS- Inspector showed PIC how
to properly calibrate thermometer. Thermometer now reads 32 degrees F in an ice bath.
3-602.11(B)(1)-(4)
Food packaged on site not labeled with: the common name of the food or an
adequate descriptive identity statement; if made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and
sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight; an accurate declaration of the net quantity
of contents; the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; or nutritional
labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B. 3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) and (6)
Deli case area: Foods packaged on site and available for the public to take not labeled with
the above information. COS- "Ask For Assistance" sign was created and posted during this inspection.
4-501.12
Surfaces that are subject to scratching or scoring not resurfaced or discarded when
they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. 4-501.12
Food preparation area: Large cutting board is scored and stained.
5-205.15(B)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Food preparation area: Water supply to handwash sink is very low.
81
Kratom Products improperly labeled as provided in emergency rule 5KER25-6.
Kratom products must be labeled with the concentration of 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) as provided in
5KER25-6, expressed in "parts per million (PPM) on a dry-weight basis," of the net contents of the package.Repeat
Kratom Products improperly labeled as provided in emergency rule 5KER25-6. Kratom
products must be labeled with the concentration of 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) as provided in 5KER25-6,
expressed in "parts per million (PPM) on a dry-weight basis," of the net contents of the package. See the
comments section of the Food Safety Inspection Report.
Print Date: 12/23/2025
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Repeat
COS
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83
Citation Description: Retailer selling kratom products for human consumption did not post a clear and
conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the products which states: "THE SALE OF KRATOM
TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR
PURCHASE". 5K-4.030(4)(a), F.A.C.
Observation: Retailer selling kratom products for human consumption did not post a clear and
conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the products which states: "THE SALE OF KRATOM
TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR
PURCHASE". 5K-4.030(4)(a), F.A.C. COS- Sign was provided and posted during this inspection. See the
comments section of the Food Safety Inspection Report.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
— 3 inspections
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Focused Inspection· 4 violations· Operating Without Permit
Risk-Based Violations
3-501.19(A)
Written procedures not prepared in advance, maintained onsite, or made available
upon request for the use of time without temperature control as the public health control for holding or
displaying time/temperature control for safety food; or written procedures do not specify methods of
compliance. 3-501.19(A) PfPf
No written procedures for utilizing Time as a Public Health Control. COS- Handout was
provided and person in charge fulfilled written procedures requirements.
3-501.19(B)(2)
Time without temperature control is used as the public health control for up to 4
hours. Time/temperature control for safety food not marked or identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours
past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. 3-501.19(B)(2) PfPfRepeat
Hot case area: Biscuits and gravy, hot dogs, and some pizzas not time-marked with four
hour discard time. COS- Time of preparation was known and foods were time-marked appropriately.
Repeat
COS
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Repeat
COS
Good Retail Practice Violations
3-602.11(B)(1)-(4)
Food packaged on site not labeled with: the common name of the food or an
adequate descriptive identity statement; if made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and
sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight; an accurate declaration of the net quantity
of contents; the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; or nutritional
labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B. 3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) and (6)
Hot holding case area: Hot dogs, biscuits and gravy not marked with
ingredients/sub-ingredients, net quantity, name and place of manufacturer. COS- A sign stating, "Please
ask for assistance" was posted on the hot holding case.
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99
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S.,
5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact
the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
Operating without a valid food permit. See comments.
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— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: This check-back inspection conducted to verify compliance of food safety citations observed during previous inspection. The
compliance issues that required a Check-Back have been resolved and this food establishment has Met Inspection Requirements.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Inspection· 9 violations· Inspected
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
This food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. The Food Establishment shall begin the permitting process within
10 days. Food establishment can apply online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at 850-245-5520 for
further assistance.
Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer
Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the
memo section of the check or money order.
The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety
inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
Risk-Based Violations
4-602.11(C)
Equipment food-contact surface or utensil used with time/temperature control for
safety food not cleaned throughout the day at least every 4 hours. Exception criteria for an alternative
cleaning frequency not met. 4-602.11(C) PP
Deli area: Knives in contact with TCS foods not washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or replaced,
within every four hours of use. COS- Knives were taken to the warewash area to be washed, rinsed, and
sanitized.
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3-501.19(B)(2)
Time without temperature control is used as the public health control for up to 4
hours. Time/temperature control for safety food not marked or identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours
past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. 3-501.19(B)(2) PfPf
Hot case area: Sausages held on time as a public health control not marked with discard
time. COS- Time of preparation was known and sausage was properly time-marked.
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7-204.11
Chemical sanitizer or other chemical antimicrobial applied to food-contact surface
does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 or 40 CFR 180.2020. 7-204.11 PP
Retail area: Sanitizer in sanitizer bucket too strong, in excess of 200 ppm chlorine. COSBucket was remade at the proper concentration.
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5-204.11
Handwashing sink not located to allow convenient use by employees in food
preparation, food dispensing or warewashing areas; or not located in, or immediately adjacent to, toilet
rooms. 5-204.11 PfPf
There is no handwash sink in the warewash area. COS- Retail sink was made accessible by
removing door to warewash area. See comments.
Good Retail Practice Violations
6-501.11
Premises not maintained free of insects and other pests; or not controlled to
eliminate their presence on the premise by routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies;
routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; and using methods, if pests are found, such as
trapping devices or other means of pest control. 6-501.111 (A)-(C) Pf
Warewash area: Flies present in warewash area.
4-903.11(A)
Cleaned equipment or utensils, or laundered linens not stored in a clean, dry
location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other
contamination. Clean equipment or utensils not stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying, or
not covered or inverted. 4-903.11(A) and (B)
Warewash area: Clean serving spoons not stored inverted. COS- Spoons were inverted.
5-103.12
Water under pressure not provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood
equipment that are required to use water. 5-103.12 Pf
Restroom area: No hot water provided at handwash sink. See comments.
5-501.17
Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary
napkins. 5-501.17
Restroom area: No covered waste receptacle.
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The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S.,
5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact
the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
Operating without a valid Food Permit. Please see comments.
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Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (19)
Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.
Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee last inspected?
- Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 25, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee had?
- Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee has 6 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee find?
- Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 25, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
- Has Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee has 19 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
- What are the most common violations at Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee are: 3-501.19(B)(2): Time without temperature control is used as the public health control for up to 4 hours. Time/temperature control for safety food not marked or identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. 3-501.19(B)(2) Pf; 3-602.11(B)(1)-(4): Food packaged on site not labeled with: the common name of the food or an adequate descriptive identity statement; if made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight; an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; or nutritional labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B. 3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) and (6); 5-204.11: Handwashing sink not located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing or warewashing areas; or not located in, or immediately adjacent to, toilet rooms. 5-204.11 Pf.
- Does Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee have any repeat violations?
- Yes, Ami 70 Food Mart in Tallahassee has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 3-501.19(B)(2): Time without temperature control is used as the public health control for up to 4 hours. Time/temperature control for safety food not marked or identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. 3-501.19(B)(2) Pf; 3-602.11(B)(1)-(4): Food packaged on site not labeled with: the common name of the food or an adequate descriptive identity statement; if made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight; an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; or nutritional labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B. 3-602.11(B)(1)-(4) and (6).
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