KING BUFFET OF PENSACOLA LLC
3 W NINE MILE RD STE 2
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.1/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 3/24/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8992614
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup inside walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Upon inspection observed food in walk-in freezer not covered.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Inspection Date: 9/30/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8738970
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upon inspection observed mold like substance inside ice machine in the back of kitchen.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Upon inspection observed steak , chicken and other food items not covered in walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection observed raw steak stored on top of ready to eat food. Operator stored raw steak on the bottom of rack at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site
Inspection Date: 5/2/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8666140
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Multiple containers of food in walk-in freezer uncovered. Operator covered containers during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw swai in walk-in cooler. Operator corrected storage during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No certified food manager present with more than 4 employees working.
Inspection Date: 3/14/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8517532
- 14-11-5:Basic - Observed: Equipment in poor repair. Upon inspection observed ice machine and multiple freezers in the back in poor repair. Priority: Basic
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Observed: Food stored on floor. Upon inspection observed soy sauce buckets stored on floor in dry storage area. Repeat Violation Priority : Basic
- 14-69-4:Basic - Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup in reach in freezer in back a of the kitchen. Priority: Basic
Inspection Date: 10/13/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8525014
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw fish and shrimp thawing in stagnant water. Manager began running cold water during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shell eggs at hibachi station ambient temp of 57f for 40 minutes. Manager removed overflow of eggs from pan to allow better cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Phoenix shrimp at 121f for 20 minutes on buffet line. Manager increased steam well temperature during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
Inspection Date: 10/4/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8388933
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Upon inspection observed 2 reach in freezers doors rusted and pitted in the Back of the restaurant.
- 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Upon inspection observed soy sauce stored on the floor in dry storage area. Repeat Violation
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed 2 reach in freezers with accumulation of ice inside in the back of the restaurant.
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Manager proceeded to close lid at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection observed raw chiken, beef, and shrimp containers stored above ready to eat corn in walk-in cooler. Manager proceeded to switch corn to the top of shelf during inspection Corrected On-Site