Blows Buss Down
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
100
Score
Blows Buss Down appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. On Feb 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Blows Buss Down's latest score of 100 sits above the Tallahassee average of 87. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands.
27-19-4
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 - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ This violation addressed on previous inspection.
53A-03-7
74
Jun 19, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter at 73°F.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Butter.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storing items. Items removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
55
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
May 15, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese 48F in expo cooler, owner placed in ice bath. Temp 43F. Also observed sliced ham 53F, shredded cheese 58F, sliced turkey 48F in refrigerator, owner placed in ice bath, owner stated items out for an hour **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed fresh water leak from bottom of unit. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on floor of unit.
36-06-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on expo cooler.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors with food and mold like substance.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed tongs hanging on dusty shelving.
10-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed fryers with food and grease accumulation.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed clam shell containers stored upright.
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken breast thawing in a bucket on floor of mobile unit.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls with grease accumulation.
36-27-5
52
Nov 9, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Multiple items stored in sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: Observed sink accessible. **Admin Complaint**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: Observed soap at sink. **Admin Complaint**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot or cold water to hand wash sink. Operator turned water on. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: Observed hot and cold water at sink. **Admin Complaint**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe. Leak at hand wash sink. Water draining from pipe onto floor. Reattached pipe. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: Observed no water leak. **Admin Complaint**
29-11-4
70
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fry baskets and handles. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Multiple items stored in sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot or cold water to hand wash sink. Operator turned water on. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
27-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe. Leak at hand wash sink. Water draining from pipe onto floor. Reattached pipe. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hand-wash sink soiled. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside of breading bins covered with old built up flour. Hoods with old grease build up. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Drawer unit. **Warning**
22-16-4
55
Mar 15, 2023
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood and wall behind cooking equipment soiled with soot from fryers and two burner range. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
95
Aug 30, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. **Warning**
27-19-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Entire unit. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
50-04-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach-in cooler. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1 handwash sink 2 under grill 3 fryers 4 shelf at hand out window **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Entire unit. **Warning**
36-27-5
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Blows Buss Down last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Blows Buss Down on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Blows Buss Down?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Blows Buss Down.
How does Blows Buss Down compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
Blows Buss Down most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tallahassee average of 87.
Has Blows Buss Down's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Blows Buss Down have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Blows Buss Down 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 Blows Buss Down inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Blows Buss Down is inspected around three times per year on average.
Nearby Restaurants