A Touch of Basil
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
78
Score
Across the available record, A Touch of Basil has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 13, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to four violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “equipment in poor repair”, which has been cited five times.
A Touch of Basil's latest score of 78 falls below the St. Cloud average of 84. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
78
Aug 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
67
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
52
Oct 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. mozzarella ,sausage,grilled onions,cut tomatoes,cooked beef,ham-all items cold holding temping between 63F-70F.Per operator reach in cooler was accidentally unplugged during cleaning last night:Observed reach in cooler go down to 37F while inspection was in progress
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. mozzarella ,sausage,grilled onions,cut tomatoes,cooked beef,ham-all items cold holding temping between 63F-70F.Per operator reach in cooler was accidentally unplugged during cleaning last night:Observed reach in cooler go down to 37F while inspection was in progress
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer by cooks line
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women's bathroom door
32-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler across from fryers at back cooks line is torn
14-11-5
61
Jul 16, 2024
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's bathroom - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn at reach in cooler across from fryers at cooks line - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters at cooks line - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-01: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
86
Jul 1, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
78
Jun 18, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. At hand washing sink at front counter where pizza is being prepped and cooked **Warning**
31A-04-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's bathroom
32-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean containers at dry dish storage by triple sink
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn at reach in cooler across from fryers at cooks line
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters at cooks line
23-03-4
74
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Pizza prep area/drink station where scooping and making pizzas.
31A-04-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lasagna portions not dated. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hood and hood filters at back cook area.
23-24-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
74
Oct 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Shell eggs over raw ground beef walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
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. Charlene
53B-13-5
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. Heavy cream. Make table
02C-03-5
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. Sent information to operator **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Manager
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets make table
14-11-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Make table
10-17-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Pizza make table
14-36-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink in front and sink by dishwasher Sent to operator
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
43
Jun 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
47
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
41
Aug 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dented cans present. See stop sale. Roma brand mushrooms 4.5 lbs can Roma brand olives 7.0 lbs can.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooling from this morning, (3:40 pm at 48-49f, 4:20 PM 43-44f, cooling) **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on several units broken, ripped and dirty.
14-11-5
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was A Touch of Basil last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at A Touch of Basil on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at A Touch of Basil?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at A Touch of Basil.
How does A Touch of Basil compare to other restaurants in St. Cloud?
A Touch of Basil most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the St. Cloud average of 84.
Has A Touch of Basil's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at A Touch of Basil have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at A Touch of Basil 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 A Touch of Basil inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, A Touch of Basil is inspected around three times per year on average.
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