Al Safa Halal Cuisine
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
52
Score
Al Safa Halal Cuisine has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 13, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
“Employee personal items stored” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 88, which Al Safa Halal Cuisine's 52 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food items cold holding for less than 4 hours: Raw chicken 60F . Operator placed food items inside reach in cooler during time of callback. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed operator change tasks without changing gloves. Operator removed gloves, washed hands and put new gloves on during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed tools and dishes inside handwashing sink in ware washing area.
31A-11-4
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 employee cell phone and keys stored on food prep table. Employee removed items during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door wide open. Operator closed door during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of onions, tomato sauce, and raw chicken stored on floor in kitchen area. Operator properly placed food items during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
52
Dec 16, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
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 2025-10-16: Did not observe food handler training during time of callback: Florida Restaurant and Lodging **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Did not observe food handler training during time of callback: Florida Restaurant and Lodging. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
82
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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**
53B-01-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of flour, bag of onions and box of cooking oil stored on floor in kitchen area. Operator properly placed food items during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
78
Jan 28, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no hose Bibb at mop sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink at bar area.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at sink on front line handle stripped , waiting for plumber.
27-16-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with mold like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone stored on expo.
40-06-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign in bar area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
23-03-4
52
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
45
Feb 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Dispenser at hand washing sink across from ice machine unable to dispense soap.
31B-06-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine right of the reach in freezer to have a black substance. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
82
Oct 4, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Al Safa Halal Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Al Safa Halal Cuisine on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Al Safa Halal Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “employee personal items stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Al Safa Halal Cuisine.
How does Al Safa Halal Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
Al Safa Halal Cuisine most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 88.
Has Al Safa Halal Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Al Safa Halal Cuisine have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Al Safa Halal Cuisine 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 Al Safa Halal Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Al Safa Halal Cuisine is inspected around three times per year on average.
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