124 Breakfast Lunch & More
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
15
Score
Going back to 2022, 124 Breakfast Lunch & More has nine inspections in the public record. On Apr 15, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 10 violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses”, showing up four times.
That's lower than the typical Venice restaurant, which scores around 79. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
11
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 11 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Certified Food Manager or person in charge does not require employees to report illnesses and symptoms as required. **Warning**
11-04-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed wd40 and other cleaning chemicals on tray on top of ice machine. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in reach-in cooler. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Warning**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open packages of cheese in reach-in cooler employee stated the commercial items listed above had been opened more than 24 hours prior, then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-03-5
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at hand wash sink end of cooks line by dishwasher area or hand wash sink at bar. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning**
51-14-7
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at hand wash sink by prep table area by kitchen hall door. **Warning**
31B-03-4
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. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta, cut vegetables and burger patties Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior , and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured at bar area. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed rel hood vents with heavily grease buildup. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed dishwasher machine torn gasket on tall reach-in cooler at end of cooks line. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
15
Nov 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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. Repeat 12-16-24 **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Repeat 12-16-24 **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed batters, hamburger patties Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior , and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed paint inside top of mic is peeling and chipped.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Silverware stored upright with the food-contact surface up at wait station.
24-18-4
58
Dec 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
74
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
74
Dec 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drinking from reusable metal water bottle then return to work without washing hands.
12A-05-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
11-05-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed cook wash hands in 3 compartment sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at end of cooks line. Observed employee replace soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on counter at end of cooks line.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed cook remove lid from reusable metal water bottle and drink from it while on cooks line. Observed dishwasher drinking beverage while washing dishes.
12B-02-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed beverages on counter at cooks line and shelf over clean dish side of dishwasher machine.
12B-07-4
43
Aug 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
74
Jan 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
64
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter at wait station at 72F. Operator stated they were taken out 30 minutes prior. Observed operator move butter portions back to reach-in cooler. Recheck at end of inspection 41F **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed cans of Raid flying insects spray in cabinet at dining room wait station.
41-05-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher is at 000 parts per million. Observed has 3 compartment sink set and is using for sanitizing.
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed small bin of trash in hand sink at cooks line. Observed employee remove bin from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed burger patties and cut and seasoned chicken prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense food in sugar bin at back kitchen. Observed operator remove bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses at cooks line. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled wipe cloths in use at cooks line. Observed employee remove wipe cloths from use.
21-10-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed spray bottle of oil at cooks line not labeled. Observed employee label bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was 124 Breakfast Lunch & More last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 124 Breakfast Lunch & More on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 124 Breakfast Lunch & More?
Across the inspection record, “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at 124 Breakfast Lunch & More.
How does 124 Breakfast Lunch & More compare to other restaurants in Venice?
124 Breakfast Lunch & More most recently scored 15 out of 100, which is lower than the Venice average of 79.
Has 124 Breakfast Lunch & More's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at 124 Breakfast Lunch & More have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at 124 Breakfast Lunch & More means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is 124 Breakfast Lunch & More inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 124 Breakfast Lunch & More is inspected around two times per year on average.
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