Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee
1231 E Lafayette St, Tallahassee, FL 32301
Lindy's Chicken #3 in Tallahassee has accumulated 384 violations across 39 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for lacking restrooms. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $680 in fines. Recurring violations center on proper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and chemical storage, with a pattern of warnings followed by compliance callbacks throughout 2024.
Most recent closure: March 8, 2018 for no restrooms.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: February 5, 2026
Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee: Comparison to Leon County Averages
Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee: Emergency Closure History (1)
Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $680.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2018013681 | $400.00 | Mar 8, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 6--2015054529 | $280.00 | Nov 24, 2015 | Tampa |
Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (39)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections43 violations · 27 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections29 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— 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· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections32 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 6 inspections34 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee last inspected?
- Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee last shut down?
- Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee was last shut down on March 8, 2018 for no restrooms. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee had?
- Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee has had 39 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee find?
- Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee ever been shut down?
- Yes, Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $680.00 in fines.
- How much has Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee been fined?
- Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee has been fined a total of $680.00 across 2 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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