Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee
4151 Woodville Hwy, Tallahassee, FL 32305
Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee, FL has 0 inspections on record with 0 total violations (0 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures (plus 10 FDACS inspections).
Last inspected FDACS: August 15, 2025
Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee: Comparison to Leon County Averages
This Facility
0
violations / inspection
0 violations per inspection
Leon County Avg
3.44
violations / inspection
3.44 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Leon County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee: FDACS Inspection History (10)
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.
— 6 inspections
— Focused Inspection· 2 violations· Focused Inspection
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.
Request number 5137046 was addressed with the person in charge.
Good Retail Practice Violations
6-501.12
Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or
cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Retail meat display case area: Ceiling tiles are water damaged and a mold-like substance is
present.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Retail freezer area: Floor in front of freezer is soft and in disrepair.
— Focused Inspection· 1 violation· 1 stop-sale order· Focused Inspection
Comments: Request number 5134706 was addressed with the person in charge.
Risk-Based Violations
Retail area: Nese's Sweet Tooth Bakery cake slices are from an unapproved source. Please
see Stop Sale.
A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: The issues described in Request #5132398 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· 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.
Vomit and Diarrhea Cleanup Guidance provided.
Request number 5128330.
Risk-Based Violations
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when
responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food
establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread
of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal
matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
No written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves
the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment. See comments.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· 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.
Vomit and Diarrhea Cleanup Guidance provided.
Risk-Based Violations
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when
responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food
establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread
of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal
matter. 2-501.11 PfPfRepeat
No written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves
the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment. See comments.
Good Retail Practice Violations
5-205.15(B)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Processing area: Cold water leaks from faucet of handwash sink when turned off.
5-402.11
Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from
equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf
The Warewash sink drain line is directly connected to the sewerage system.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: FE was closed at time of inspection.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: Certified Food Protection Manager and Vomit and Diarrhea handouts provided.
Risk-Based Violations
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding
to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or
procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and
the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Food Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to
an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment. See
comments.
o
95
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test
through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
No current Certified Food Protection Manager. See comments.
o
Good Retail Practice Violations
5-205.15(B)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Processing area: Hot water leaks from faucet of handwash sink when turned off.
o
5-402.11
Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from
equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf
The Warewash sink drain line is directly connected to the sewerage system.
o
— Met Inspection Requirements· 10 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: Employee health reporting agreement, V&D cleaning procedures, Certified Food Protection Manager handouts provided.
Risk-Based Violations
4-601.11(A)
Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) PfPf
Meat cutting room area: Old dried food residues present on blades of meat cuber. COS- Blades
were removed and taken to the warewash area to soak.
x
4-602.12
Food-contact surface of cooking or baking equipment not cleaned at least every 24 hours,
or cavity or door seals of microwave oven not cleaned at least every 24 hours by using the manufacturer's
recommended cleaning procedure. 4-602.12
Back of house area: Interior of microwave is unclean.
o
2-103.11(O)
Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are
informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their
health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) PfPf
Food employees not informed in a verifiable manner their responsibility to report foodborne illness
to the person in charge. See comments.
o
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding
to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or
procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and
the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Food Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to
an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment. See
comments.
o
95
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test
through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
No current Certified Food Protection Manager certificate. See comments.
o
Print Date: 4/13/2023
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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)
Retail area: Hoop cheese packaged on sight not labeled. COS- Cheese was properly labeled
during this inspection.
x
4-903.11(A)
Single-service or single-use articles 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. 4-903.11(A)
Meat cutting room area: Single-use styrofoam trays not stored inverted. COS- All trays were
inverted during this inspection.
x
4-601.11(C)
Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or
other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Meat cutting room area: Knob to paper towel dispenser has an accumulation of grime.
o
5-205.15(B)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Meat cutting room area: Wall mounted sanitizer dispenser leaks water.
o
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back of house area: Damaged and missing floor tiles and hole in wall. Meat cutting room area:
Ceiling tile over band saw is sagging and water damaged.
o
— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 2 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment
in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order
is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,
PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your
food permit application.
Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in
the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit,
which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may
impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business.
All requests for a new food permit submitted January 1 through June 30, shall be assessed a permit fee per F.S. Chapter 500 and
Risk-Based Violations
95
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test
through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
There is no certified food protection manager.
o
Good Retail Practice Violations
5-402.11
Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment
in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf
There is no air gap in the drain line of the 3 compartment sink.
o
— Met Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements
Comments: Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment
in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order
is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,
PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your
food permit application.
Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in
the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit,
which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may
impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business.
Risk-Based Violations
95
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test
through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
There is no certified food protection manager.
o
Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (1)
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.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved source. |
Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions
- How many health inspections has Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee had?
- Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee has had 0 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- Has Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee ever been shut down?
- No, Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- When was Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee last inspected?
- Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 15, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee had?
- Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee has 10 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee find?
- Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 15, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
- Has Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee has 1 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 Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee are: 5-205.15(B): Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B); 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 5-402.11: Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf.
- Does Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee have any repeat violations?
- Yes, Rhino's Smoked Meats in Tallahassee has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 5-205.15(B): Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B); 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 5-402.11: Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf.
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