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FRENCH BISTRO

13611 S DIXIE HWY STE 110

Overall Food Safety Rating

★☆☆☆☆ (1.3/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 2/27/2025

  • 16-21-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-27: Observed exterior soiled; at callback. **Time Extended**
  • 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-27: Observed in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
  • 14-74-7:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed black fridge with ambient temperature of 51F. The following TCS foods stored inside more than 4 hours prior to inspection: cooked tomato sauce (47F - Cold Holding); cooked mango sauce (47F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (49F - Cold Holding); butter (44F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cooked veggies (47F - Cold Holding). Observed reach in cooler under service window with ambient temperature of 57F. No TCS foods inside during inspection. Observed reach in cooler next to reach in freezer in disrepair. As per operator; fridge went down 3 days prior to inspection, no TCS foods inside. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-27: Observed reach in cooler next to reach in freezer in disrepair. As per operator; fridge went down 3 days prior to inspection, no TCS foods inside **Time Extended**
  • 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in all reach in freezers in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-27: Observed in all reach in freezers in kitchen; at callback. **Time Extended**
  • 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment soiled in kitchen area. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-27: Observed exterior of equipment soiled in kitchen area. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
  • 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-27: Observed in reach in coolers in kitchen; at callback. **Time Extended**
  • 33-34-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed kitchen area not organized. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-27: Observed kitchen area not organized; at callback. **Time Extended**
  • 29-02-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Toilet leaking. Observed leak at urinalysis in men's restroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-27: Observed leak at urinal in men's restroom; at callback. **Time Extended**
  • 36-02-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed behind reach in cooler under service window. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-27: Observed behind reach in cooler under service window; at callback. **Time Extended**
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-27: **Time Extended**
  • 22-31-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry storage racks. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-27: Observed on dry storage racks; at callback. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 2/26/2025

  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handles soiled. Operator cleaned during inspection Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area. Warning
  • 14-74-7:Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed black fridge with ambient temperature of 51F. The following TCS foods stored inside more than 4 hours prior to inspection: cooked tomato sauce (47F - Cold Holding); cooked mango sauce (47F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (49F - Cold Holding); butter (44F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cooked veggies (47F - Cold Holding). Observed reach in cooler under service window with ambient temperature of 57F. No TCS foods inside during inspection. Observed reach in cooler next to reach in freezer in disrepair. As per operator; fridge went down 3 days prior to inspection, no TCS foods inside. Warning
  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cups stormed above prep table in kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in all reach in freezers in kitchen. Warning
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwaves soiled. Operator cleaned during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of equipment soiled in kitchen area. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 33-34-4:Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed kitchen area not organized. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 29-02-4:Basic - Toilet leaking. Observed leak at urinalysis in men's restroom. Warning
  • 36-02-5:Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed behind reach in cooler under service window. Warning
  • 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed reach in cooler leaking water under service window. Warning
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mo not hung upright for proper air drying. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed black fridge with ambient temperature of 51F. The following TCS foods stored inside more than 4 hours prior to inspection: cooked tomato sauce (47F - Cold Holding); cooked mango sauce (47F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (49F - Cold Holding); butter (44F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cooked veggies (47F - Cold Holding). Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed black fridge with ambient temperature of 51F. The following TCS foods stored inside more than 4 hours prior to inspection: cooked tomato sauce (47F - Cold Holding); cooked mango sauce (47F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (49F - Cold Holding); butter (44F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cooked veggies (47F - Cold Holding). Warning
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning
  • 53A-10-4:Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed chef in kitchen unable to calibrate thermometer to proper degree; inspector went over process with chef. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 05-07-4:Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed chef in kitchen unable to calibrate thermometer to proper degree; inspector went over process with chef. Warning
  • 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry storage racks. Warning
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at dish machine bottle with no label. Warning

Inspection Date: 11/20/2024

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed slime like substance in interior ice bin at coffee counter.
  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled Repeat Violation
  • 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in bathroom and dining area with water damage. As per operator, ceiling tiles are slowly being replaced. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling in kitchen.
  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal cups on prep tables in kitchen area.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in all reach freezers.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed air vents in kitchen area soiled with dust accumulation
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at reach in next to soup warmer rust on shelves
  • 33-34-4:Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed dry storage area unorganized in back of kitchen.
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop on floor. Not hung to air dry.
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray chemical on prep table while operator was preparing food.
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda machine soiled with syrup at front counter. Observed interior microwave next to stove area soiled, operator cleaned immediately. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 5/7/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8617050

  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed standing reach in cooler gaskets torn, located at preparation area.
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter with heavy soiled.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Observed ice buildup in chest freezer, located at back kitchen.
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Observed interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris, located at cooking line. Employee cleaned it. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Observed standing reach freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at the preparation area.
  • 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef over sausage cheese empanadas, stored inside the standing reach in freezer, located at preparation area. Operator removed items and placed them correctly. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - Observed no paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at front counter. Operator placed paper towels. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 2/21/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8344152

  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Hand washing station in kitchen.
  • 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee did not change gloves after prepping raw chicken.
  • 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands with gloves on in three compartment sink.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Items stored inside hand washing station in kitchen. Operator removed items from station. Corrected On-Site

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Google Rating

★★★★½ (4.5/5)
(418 reviews)

Price Level

$$

Opening Hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday:11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday:11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday:11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
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✓ Restaurant

Restaurant Features

Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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