5 Sisters Blues Cafe
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
100
Score
Across the available record, 5 Sisters Blues Cafe has 13 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Mar 31, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit.
Looking across the full record, “food stored on floor” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
The city-wide average for Pensacola sits at 95, putting 5 Sisters Blues Cafe on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
13
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
95
May 14, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Waste water on ground behind back door. Per management stating that mop water is going underneath back door. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-14: No presence of waste water on ground. **Admin Complaint**
28-14-5
86
May 13, 2025
Complaint Partial
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside hose Bibb.
29-34-4
High Priority - Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Waste water on ground behind back door. Per management stating that mop water is going underneath back door. **Admin Complaint**
28-14-5
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed multiple flies in area where mop water is dumped on ground outside of back door. **Warning**
35A-09-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Outside back door of establishment. **Warning**
36-64-5
58
Jan 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Walk in cooler.
36-22-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxed item inside walk in cooler. Operator placed item correctly.
08B-47-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler adjacent to flat top grill.
29-49-6
86
Jul 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand washing station on cook line and carry out line. Operator placed items at stations. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Boxed items on walk in freezer floor.
08B-38-4
86
Jul 10, 2023
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 8 live flying insects in the following locations: 4 live flying insects above reach in cooler on wall left side of fryer station, 4 live flying insects on ceiling inside kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-08: No live flying insects. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-10: **Time Extended**
35A-02-6
86
Jun 8, 2023
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 8 live flying insects in the following locations: 4 live flying insects above reach in cooler on wall left side of fryer station, 4 live flying insects on ceiling inside kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-08: No live flying insects. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employees washing hands inside prep sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-08: **Time Extended**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed live flying insects landing on prep board at protein cooler next fryer station. Advise operator to sanitize and clean area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-08: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored inside hand washing station. - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-08: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-08: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. At dish machine area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-08: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
58
Jun 7, 2023
Complaint Partial
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Observed wastewater on ground next to back kitchen door. **Warning**
28-14-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 8 live flying insects in the following locations: 4 live flying insects above reach in cooler on wall left side of fryer station, 4 live flying insects on ceiling inside kitchen. **Warning**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored inside hand washing station.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employees washing hands inside prep sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed live flying insects landing on prep board at protein cooler next fryer station. Advise operator to sanitize and clean area.
22-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Grease recycling container overflowing onto ground. Observed grease on ground next to back door of kitchen. **Warning**
28-24-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. At dish machine area.
36-27-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed trash on ground outside of back kitchen door.
33-19-4
45
Jan 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
43
Jul 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. waffle batter 48/51/53f less than 4hrs.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing utensil(knife) inside hand washing station kitchen.
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above reach in freezer next to kitchen entrance.
36-32-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Ice scoop inside ice bin bar.
24-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Back storage walk in cooler area kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Boxes of bread on floor inside walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop inside cup of water Water temp 80f.
10-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Containers of collard greens on speed rack uncovered kitchen.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bags of Alfredo sauce inside container of water kitchen.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Back kitchen along wall next to circuit breaker box kitchen. Dish machine area kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. On cook line kitchen.
36-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks in back storage area next to walk in cooler.
51-11-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was 5 Sisters Blues Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 5 Sisters Blues Cafe on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 5 Sisters Blues Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 5 Sisters Blues Cafe.
How does 5 Sisters Blues Cafe compare to other restaurants in Pensacola?
5 Sisters Blues Cafe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Pensacola average of 95.
Has 5 Sisters Blues Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at 5 Sisters Blues Cafe have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at 5 Sisters Blues Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is 5 Sisters Blues Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 5 Sisters Blues Cafe is inspected around four times per year on average.
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