Bufalucca
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
47
Score
The health department has logged 13 inspections at Bufalucca, the earliest from 2022. Bufalucca was last inspected on Jan 27, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around nine violations to closer to six violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Restaurants in Sebring average 74, so Bufalucca trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
13
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
47
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed some ceiling tiles and vents were soiled throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-30: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in reach in cooler torn in the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-30: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
90
Aug 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Apr 22, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to food on a preparation table in the kitchen. Owner removed the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); Cheddar cheese (55F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in pans in the top section of the roll top reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee stated the items were stored in the reach in cooler for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed the items stored above the fill line in the bottom section of the reach in cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server handled dirty plates then clean equipment without washed their hands. Server removed the equipment to be sanitized and washed their hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Employee removed the can opener to be sanitized and. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Interior of both ice machines in the bar area soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and vents in the cook line and preparation areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. 2 light shields in the cook line area broken and cracked. **Repeat Violation**
38-01-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in the cook line area soiled.
36-27-5
43
Sep 12, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee was educated and washed hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Apple for small flying insects on bar. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For quaternary strips, operator obtained. **Corrected On-Site**
16-37-1
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. Two employees did not have agreement signed- operator had signed on site. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Garbage on ground around door, consisting of soiled boxes.
33-19-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair, at cook line.
38-01-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Two handwashing's sinks no trash can, one was by the make table and the other bar area.
33-38-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. At mop sink.
29-18-4
41
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operator does not have a food-grade hose conveying potable water.
29-04-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding); cut Tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); cheese (47F - Cold Holding) on top of reach in cooler. Cooler unable to cold hold foods due to railings of well not in place and all cold air escaping into room. Operator will use time as a public health control and hold foods for no more than 4 hours then discard if not used. Operator will use time until rails are replaced and 8nit is able to cold hold foods at 41F or colder. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing watch. Operator removed watch and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
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.
50-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service to go boxes not inverted. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
55
Feb 9, 2024
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed slimy sludge water leaking from front of beer cooler onto floor at front counter. Water pooling under table and along wall under equipment. Observed tracks of waitstaff in water and tracked behind bar area. Operator had employee mop and disinfect area where water was pooling and behind bar where tracked. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: **Time Extended**
28-02-4
90
Feb 6, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on door of reachin cooler that is not turned on but had bus-tub of uncooked French fries floating in stale water. Operator states it was to be discarded. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed glass front cooler at back prep with wording "Cold Drinks" ambient air temperature 57F" (); cheese soup 1/2 gallon(59F - Cold Holding); beef soup 1/2 gallon (60F - Cold Holding); onion soup 1/2 gallon (60F - Cold Holding); cheese (60F - Cold Holding); block of white cheese 17lbs (60F - Cold Holding) Observed cooked wings 15lbs (78F - Cold Holding) under prep table holding at room temperature. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed glass front cooler at back prep with wording "Cold Drinks" ambient air temperature 57F" (); cheese soup 1/2 gallon(59F - Cold Holding); beef soup 1/2 gallon (60F - Cold Holding); onion soup 1/2 gallon (60F - Cold Holding); cheese (60F - Cold Holding); block of white cheese 17lbs (60F - Cold Holding) **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed steam table where sauces are stored with heavy food debris and spillage baked into equipment. **Warning**
22-02-4
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
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed heavy food debris on and inside door handles of all reach in coolers and kitchen equipment. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured at bar area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed slimy sludge water leaking from front of beer cooler onto floor at front counter. Water pooling under table and along wall under equipment. Observed tracks of waitstaff in water and tracked behind bar area. Operator had employee mop and disinfect area where water was pooling and behind bar where tracked. **Warning**
28-02-4
Basic - Cracked, broken or missing grease trap lid. Observed grease trap on interior of establishment at warewash with a quarter size or more hole in top of lid **Warning**
29-25-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed ne dead roach on wall near floor across from reachin upright freezer. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed blender soiled , can opener soiled, chili warmer soiled with old food on knobs and sides. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed surface and interior of old stove with whole pieces of chicken lost into interior of oven under burners and left. Observed heavy food debris under all kitchen equipment. Observed interior and exterior of cooler that is not working where potatoes soaking in water were stored was told that was waste. Lower shelving of prep tables covered in old food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer. Observed glass front cooler at back prep with wording "Cold Drinks" ambient air temperature 57F" (); cheese soup 1/2 gallon(59F - Cold Holding); beef soup 1/2 gallon (60F - Cold Holding); onion soup 1/2 gallon (60F - Cold Holding); cheese (60F - Cold Holding); block of white cheese 17lbs (60F - Cold Holding) Observed cooked wings 15lbs (78F - Cold Holding) under prep table holding at room temperature. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-05-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning**
36-34-5
33
Nov 29, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
82
Nov 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed 6 pieces of boxes from food service and old apron other small trash and old aluminum pans and broken cleaning utensils and other small trash in ditch and around small porch where garbage cans are stored. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: **Time Extended**
33-19-4
95
Oct 27, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed quaternary test strips turn aquamarine. Added water and tested at 400ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-43-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed. cold drink cooler 1 door glass front (); taco mix (67F);; rice (61F - Cold Holding) see stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed. cold drink cooler 1 door glass front (); taco mix (67F);; rice (61F - Cold Holding) Less than 1 hour.shredded cheese (51F - Cold Holding) Observed 1door prep top cooler. (); grilled chicken (70F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (71F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (70F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (58F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (67F - Cold Holding); sour cream (57F - Cold Holding) operator states foods were put in this cooler at 1030am. Must be discarded by 230 if not served. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray chemicals stored over juice containers at front counter, on clean dish dry rack at warewash area, on prep table at back prep. Operator removed all to mop sink area storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
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. Inspector provided during inspection via email. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled chemicals. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
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. Inspector provided during inspection via email. **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cutting board stored at 3 bay sink with dirty dishes in sink . Operator moved to clean area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-07-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed 6 pieces of boxes from food service and old apron other small trash and old aluminum pans and broken cleaning utensils and other small trash in ditch and around small porch where garbage cans are stored. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided during inspection via email. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
32
Mar 16, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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. Operator given handout via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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
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. Operator given handout via email. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bottle caps and paper in handsink at front across from 3 bay.sink
31A-11-4
Basic - Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. Observed front handsink across from 3 bay has no trash can located in vicinity.
33-06-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed hood filters missing and broken at hood system. Large gaps open to vent system.
14-42-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Operator given handout via email. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed beer keg cooler with beer pooled in bottom and wine bottles sitting in pooled beer.
23-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe at handsink at front counter beside sea urns leaking into bucket on floor.
29-11-4
52
Nov 17, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook working with raw chicken and change gloves to work with ready to eat foods. Manager advised employee who washed hands then put on gloves to return to work. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed opened package of frozen fruit stored on top of box of raw fish in freezer. Operator removed fruit to another holding unit. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles pointed toward and touching clean dish ware at clean dish dry shelves. Manager removed to chemical storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at cookline handsink.operator added soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Two-compartment sink used for warewashing. Observed bar area using 2 sinks to wash dishes with no rinse step. Observed area looks to be a blender station at bar that has been converted to dishwashing of tea and bar glasses. Dishes/ glasses may not be washed at this area and must be washed at back kitchen 3 bay. Operator must Consult plan review on any remodeling of bar area by submitting a remodel plan.
16-28-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed hood system with missing filters. Operator stated he has filters on order. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-63-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed bulk flour container with half lid broken and chipping. Manager discarded lid and added plastic wrap.
14-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage,old food, broken floor mats,and other trash in muddy heap out back door in ditch. Foul garbage odor pervading area. Small flies in area.
33-19-4
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bufalucca last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bufalucca on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bufalucca?
Across the inspection record, “garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Bufalucca.
How does Bufalucca compare to other restaurants in Sebring?
Bufalucca most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Sebring average of 74.
Has Bufalucca's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Bufalucca have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Bufalucca 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 Bufalucca inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bufalucca is inspected around four times per year on average.
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