Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee
Last inspected:
6011 Springhill Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32305Part of: Sunoco Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Four stop-sale orders issued December 11, 2024 required the immediate removal of adulterated products with contaminants under FS 500.04 and FS 500.10. All products were released to custody of an FDACS representative for transfer to law enforcement. The facility received 11 inspections between July 2023 and August 2025, with zero violations cited in 10 of these visits. An April 29, 2024 inspection documented 12 violations including raw bacon displayed directly above milk in a retail cooler (corrected on site), missing employee illness reporting procedures, a mop sink lacking backflow prevention, and absent handwashing soap (corrected on site). A stop-sale order issued October 11, 2023 remained in effect through at least August 2024, with inspector notes from May through August 2024 documenting that products under that earlier order remained on the premises.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee: FDACS Inspection History (11)
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.
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Visit for training purposes
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections
— Focused Inspection· 4 stop-sale orders· Focused Inspection
Comments: Product was released to custody of FDACS Representative for transfer to Law Enforcement.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was released to custody of FDACS Representative for transfer to Law Enforcement.
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was released to custody of FDACS Representative for transfer to Law Enforcement.
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was released to custody of FDACS Representative for transfer to Law Enforcement.
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was released to custody of FDACS Representative for transfer to Law Enforcement.
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: Stop Sale issued 10/11/23 remains in effect.
Person in charge stated that all products under Stop Sale remain on site.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: Stop-Sale issued 10/11/23 remains in effect.
Person in charge stated that products under Stop-Sale remain on-site.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Person in charge stated that products under stop-sale on 10/11/23 are still on site.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Inspection Requirements· 12 violations· Met Requirements
Risk-Based Violations
3-302.11(A)(1)
Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from
ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and
vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) PP
Retail cooler area: Raw bacon displayed over jugs of milk. COS- Bacon was moved to the
bottom shelf.
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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.
6-301.14
Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all
handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees.
6-301.14
Outside restroom area: No handwash sign. COS- Sign was provided and posted during this
inspection.
6-301.11
Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand
cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not
provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean
towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high
velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Back kitchen area: No soap at handwash sink. COS- Soap was provided.
Good Retail Practice Violations
213
Microbial analysis of finished product by an approved laboratory not obtained within
the required time period. 5K-4.023(8)(a) F.A.C.
Ice bagging area: Microbial analysis of finished product not obtained during this inspection.
See comments.
o
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)
Outside ice chest area: Bags of ice packaged on-site missing name and address of the
manufacturer. COS- Proper labels were affixed to bagged ice.
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2-402.11
Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard
restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from
contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and
single-use articles. 2-402.11
Kitchen area: Food employee with facial hair did not have a beard restraint device while
working with exposed foods.
4-501.11
Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not
kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part
of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a
container is opened. 4-501.11
Deli hot case area: Hot case is missing two bulbs.
5-205.15(B)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Outside area: Mop sink plumbing was disconnected. COS- Plumbing was re-connected.
5-203.14
Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas
contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an air
gap or installation of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf
Outside area: Mop sink with threaded faucet missing a backflow prevention device.
5-501.17
Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary
napkins. 5-501.17
Public restroom area: No covered waste receptacle.
99
The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.
Current Food Permit is not conspicuously displayed.
— 5 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Emergency Response Assessment – Hurricane Idalia
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Copy of 2023 Senate Bill 1676 Department Notice provided at time of visit.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: This Focused Inspection is being conducted offsite to document the reception of a current ice sample analysis from original
inspection on 03/16/23. See attached documentation.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Inspection Requirements· 13 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: Current satisfactory microbiological test results for packaged ice must be provided within 30 days from this inspection.
Documentation can be emailed to [email protected]. Failure to provide the required documentation in 30 days may
result in administrative action and Stop-Use orders on ice machine, equipment and supplies.
Form 1-B, handwash sign provided.
Risk-Based Violations
3-302.11(A)(4)
Food not protected from cross contamination by storage in packages, covered containers
or wrappings. 3-302.11(A)(4)
Chest freezer to right of ice machine area: Taquitos stored not protected from contamination.
COS- Packaging was closed.
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3-401.11(A)(3)
Raw poultry; baluts; wild game animals; stuffed fish, meat, pasta, poultry, ratites; or
stuffing containing raw fish, meat, poultry or ratites not cooked to heat all parts to 165°F instantaneously.
3-401.11(A)(3) PP
Deli area: Raw chicken cooked to an internal temperature of 136 degrees F. COS- Chicken was
placed back in fryer to finish cooking.
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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
3-501.17(B)
Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and
packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours,
to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for
a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) PfPf
Deli area: Canadian bacon not date-marked. COS- Date of opening was known and food was
date-marked accordingly.
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Print Date: 3/16/2023
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Pf
Citation Description: 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
Observation: 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.
o
6-301.14
Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all
handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees.
6-301.14
Restroom area: No handwash sign. Sign provided by inspector.
o
Good Retail Practice Violations
213
Microbial analysis of finished product by an approved laboratory not obtained within the
required time period. 5K-4.023(8)(a) F.A.C.
Ice bagging area: Microbial analysis of finished product not obtained during this inspection. See
comments.
o
3-307.11
Food not protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not
specified in Subparts 3-301 - 3-306 in the Food Code. 3-307.11
Retail area: Jar of pickles labeled "Refrigerate after opening" displayed on counter. COS- Pickles
were voluntarily discarded by management.
x
2-402.11
Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard
restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting
exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
2-402.11
Deli area: Food employee working with exposed foods did not have a hair restraint device or beard
net.
o
4-501.11
Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not kept
intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part of can
opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a container is
opened. 4-501.11
Deli hot case area: Two light bulbs are burned out.
o
4-302.11
Food dispensing utensil not available for each container displayed at consumer
self-service unit such as buffet or salad bar. 4-302.11 Pf
Retail area: One set of tongs provided for pickled eggs and pickled sausage. COS- another set of
tongs was provided.
x
5-203.14
Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant
into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an air gap or installation
of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf
Mop sink area: No backflow prevention device attached to threaded faucet.
o
5-205.15(B)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Mop sink area: Leaks water behind and under faucet due to broken pipe.
o
99
The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.
2023 Food Permit not conspicuously displayed.
o
INSPECTION: VENDED WATER/VENDED ICE
Violation
Number
Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (4)
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 | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants | |
| STOP SALE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants |
Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee last inspected?
- Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 6, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee had?
- Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee has 11 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee find?
- Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 6, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
- Has Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee has 4 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were released after correction.
- What are the most common violations at Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee are: 6-301.14: Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14; 5-205.15(B): Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B); 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) Pf.
- Does Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee have any repeat violations?
- Yes, Vs General Store / Sunoco in Tallahassee has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 6-301.14: Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14; 5-205.15(B): Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B).
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