GUTHRIES OF TALLAHASSEE

1818 W TENNESSEE ST

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.5/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 5/29/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10848760

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 3/4/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8866312

  • 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in kitchen above fryer.
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles above cook line with grease build up and vents with dust.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters in kitchen above fryer with grease build.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical quaternary sanitizer test kit for triple sink while set up with sanitizer. Repeat Violation

Inspection Date: 8/20/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8784394

  • 36-68-5:Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed heavy food debris accumulation on hood filters.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

Inspection Date: 2/15/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8492004

  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice in drive thru.
  • 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking at three compartment sink.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Did not observe sanitizer test strips during time of inspection.
  • 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/. Observed 4 employees working engaging in food handling with no Certified Manager on duty.
  • 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

Inspection Date: 11/17/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8492961

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 9/6/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8491669

  • 35A-02-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed a total of 9 small flying insects at the following locations; Observed 5 small flying insects in container holding aprons next to office. Observed 4 small flying insects on cook line in front of fry station. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-06: No flying insects observed during time of inspection. Admin Complaint
  • 53A-02-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. David Da Brul. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-06: No manager certification at call back. **Time Extended**
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-06: No proof of employee training at call back. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 9/5/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8382858

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soil around ice machine in drive thru.
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling//vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Cook line.
  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Barbecue sauce.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters on cook line. Observed flour container with soil buildup in back kitchen area.
  • 14-42-4:Basic - Observed hood filter with gap from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop sitting on floor next to mop sink.
  • 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed a total of 9 small flying insects at the following locations; Observed 5 small flying insects in container holding aprons next to office. Observed 4 small flying insects on cook line in front of fry station. Admin Complaint
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bucket of chicken fingers 48F and lettuce at 49F .
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dumping a pan of dirty water into employee hand sink on the cook line.
  • 53A-02-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. David Da Brul. Warning
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle next to mop sink.