Emerald Garden in Tallahassee
2910 Kerry Forest Pkwy, Tallahassee, FL 32309
Emerald Garden in Tallahassee has been inspected 24 times since 2016, accumulating 127 violations—an average of 5.3 per inspection, roughly in line with the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominate the record: handwashing and proper hand/arm washing were cited in at least 8 inspections, food contact surface violations appeared in 11 inspections, and employee health reporting violations were documented in 5 inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The facility has never been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on March 18, 2026 was complaint-based and resulted in three basic violations related to food contact surfaces; the inspection was completed with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: March 18, 2026
Emerald Garden in Tallahassee: Comparison to Leon County Averages
Emerald Garden in Tallahassee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2019032407 | $200.00 | Jun 21, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Emerald Garden in Tallahassee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Emerald Garden in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Emerald Garden in Tallahassee last inspected?
- Emerald Garden in Tallahassee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Emerald Garden in Tallahassee?
- The most frequently cited violations at Emerald Garden in Tallahassee are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Emerald Garden in Tallahassee had?
- Emerald Garden in Tallahassee has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Emerald Garden in Tallahassee find?
- Emerald Garden in Tallahassee was most recently inspected on March 18, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Emerald Garden in Tallahassee ever been shut down?
- No, Emerald Garden in Tallahassee has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Emerald Garden in Tallahassee faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Emerald Garden in Tallahassee has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Emerald Garden in Tallahassee been fined?
- Emerald Garden in Tallahassee has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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