Capital Lanes

820 Capital Circle N.E., Tallahassee, FL 32301

American

Last inspected: Dec 22, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Capital Lanes stretching back to 2022. On Dec 22, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

Compared to the broader Tallahassee restaurant scene, this is about average. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 22, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris.

22-02-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

22-08-4

Aug 6, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Mar 14, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO tanks not properly secured.

51-11-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at hand sink located at the front counter. Provided operator a handwashing sign during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed wall in mop sink area soiled with dirt and food debris.

23-03-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine next to handwashing sink. **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

Jan 27, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 20, 2024

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

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

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a bottle of "409" not labeled in kitchen area. Operator labeled bottle during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine next to handwashing sink.

22-20-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of oil and ketchup on floor in dry storage. Operator properly placed food items during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall behind mop sink.

36-24-5

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Nov 27, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 11 violations

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water turned off at hand wash sink bar area.

27-16-4

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. Emailed operator flyer. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink front line.

31B-03-4

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 - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed co2 tanks not secured near ice machine.

51-11-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed hood vents with grease accumulation and exhaust vents with dust.

36-34-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board pizza station multiple cutting marks, grooves.

14-09-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed pizza oven with food debris accumulation.

22-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soda gun holster with slime accumulation, bar area. Also observed seals on WIC door and RIF front line with dirt.

23-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed paper plates stored upright near microwave, front line.

25-06-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed powdered sugar in working container not labeled near fryer, front line.

02D-01-5

Oct 17, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Capital Lanes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Capital Lanes on file is from Dec 22, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Capital Lanes?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Capital Lanes.

How does Capital Lanes compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Capital Lanes most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has Capital Lanes' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Capital Lanes have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Capital Lanes 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 Capital Lanes inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Capital Lanes is inspected around two times per year on average.

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