Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee

1231 E Lafayette St, Tallahassee, FL 32301

Overview

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.

39Inspections
384Violations
1Closures
$680in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: February 5, 2026

Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee: Comparison to Leon County Averages

This Facility 9.8 violations / inspection 9.8 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

Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee
DateReasonReopened
No restrooms 14:00:00

Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $680.00

Disciplinary action history for Lindys Chicken #3 in Tallahassee
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement 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
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection12 violations · 9 high priority
— 6 inspections29 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
— 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
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

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
— 3 inspections32 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 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
— 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

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 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
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued

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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