Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee
8056 Woodville Hwy, Tallahassee, FL 32305
Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee has accumulated 332 violations across 47 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.1 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity and faced three disciplinary actions totaling $1,260 in fines. Recent enforcement shows an active pattern: in September 2025, inspectors documented 16 violations with four high-priority items, triggering an emergency order and multiple callback inspections through October. Fire safety records include one citation for a portable fire extinguisher with a gauge in the red zone.
Most recent closure: September 30, 2025 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: December 3, 2025
Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee: Comparison to Leon County Averages
This Facility
7.1
violations / inspection
7.1 violations per inspection
Leon County Avg
3.44
violations / inspection
3.44 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Leon County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee: Emergency Closure History (1)
Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,260.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025074764 | $400.00 | Sep 30, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 6--2019056276 | $700.00 | Jun 17, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 6--2019018497 | $160.00 | Sep 26, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Location in the kitchen area.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (47)
— 5 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 10 inspections56 violations · 37 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections68 violations · 40 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee last inspected?
- Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 3, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee last shut down?
- Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee was last shut down on September 30, 2025 for rodent 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 Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee?
- The most frequently cited violations at Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee had?
- Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee has had 47 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee find?
- Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee was most recently inspected on December 3, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee ever been shut down?
- Yes, Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,260.00 in fines.
- How much has Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee been fined?
- Driftwood Family Restaurant in Tallahassee has been fined a total of $1,260.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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.
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