ORTONA TAVERN

ORTONA TAVERN in MOORE HAVEN has 6 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 3.5/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 2 weeks ago · 6 reports on file

1750 WILLIAMS RD, MOORE HAVEN 33471

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.5/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

4/2/2026· 2w ago

Visit ID: 13527030

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 2 int

  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw hamburger over sliced deli meat in Monogram reach in freezer. Operator removed raw hamburger and stored correctly. Corrected On-Site
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator made sanitizer with quaternary, and did not have the test strips. The operator had chlorine. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 16-36-4:Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer for chlorine. Repeat Violation

9/22/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10881264

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 1 basic

  • 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at triple sink. Operator removed. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 16-36-4:Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer for chlorine.

4/29/2025· 11mo ago

Visit ID: 10789062

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

2/27/2025· 1y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8734943

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 1 int, 5 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 32-05-4:Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Toilet tank lid completely missing. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing in dry storage. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in dry storage. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit on line. Operator obtained. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of sauerkraut dented. Operator removed and voluntarily discarded. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 41-23-4:High Priority - Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Three small snap traps not covered. Operator removed and will get covered bait stations for outside. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 53A-07-6:Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning

4/2/2024· 2y ago

Visit ID: 8528965

Met Inspection Standards

5 basic

  • 32-05-4:Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair: toilet in men's restroom with no toilet tank cover.
  • 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing in dry storage area.
  • 24-07-4:Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored with food contact surface down . Operator will remove and rewash. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor paneling torn in dry storage.

10/17/2023· 2y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8356730

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 2 basic

  • 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area in dry storage. Operator will paint.. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Washed forks and spoons not stored with food contact surface protected. Operator stored correctly. Corrected On-Site
  • 16-36-4:Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer for chlorine.