City Buffet
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
3
Score
Public records show 21 inspections at City Buffet stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 17, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near eight violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
By comparison, the average Casselberry facility scores 65, putting City Buffet on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
21
Inspections
6
Critical latest
3
Major latest
12
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 21 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
3
Dec 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
86
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - ceiling tiles over prep area dusty **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-27: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. - walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-27: **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. - at walk in cooler **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-27: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
86
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Jul 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
17
May 28, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. - worn concrete floors at walk in cooler
36-02-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. - at dry storage room
36-24-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - vents over food preparation area. - ceilings dusty at walk in cooler
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. - at walk in cooler
36-22-4
78
Apr 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken over raw beef on speed rack in walk in cooler -raw beef stored with raw seafood in walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
08A-20-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -roach dropping evident along all ceiling tile dividers throughout entirety of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
35A-23-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -in bright red door storage room outside of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
32-12-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear screen door by mop sink **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
33-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk in freezer **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -in fire control room - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. -screen door at mop sink in rear of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
35B-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. -slow draining hand sink next to ice machine - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
29-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -maintenance equipment stored on rack with food items, no adequate separation **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
42-03-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. -prep counters outside in dumpster area no longer in use - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
33-31-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -mop sink faucet leaking -pipe under 3 compartment sink by walk in units leaking **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
39
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
37
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
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
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
43
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on roll top reach in cooler stained **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -Serve station - buffet line behind flat top **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -employee restroom in kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -In Sugar **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
32-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dry storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee earbuds and keys stored on shelf above reach-in cooler, operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear kitchen door **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. -Hand wash sink at buffet line -Hand wash sink in kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
29-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -cases of cooked clams stored less than 6 inches above floor in walk-in freezer -bucket of watermelons stored on floor, operator relocated - oil jug stored on floor in kitchen, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: Watermelons stored on floor in walk in **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
08B-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
33-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk- in freezer **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. -Tongs on grill handle **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
10-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -walk-in freezer **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
38-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler shelves soiled -walk-in cooler fan covers soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -tools stored above foods on dry storage shelves **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
42-03-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. - Sugar not labeled by common name in soda and tea area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-17: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
37
Jun 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: **Time Extended**
33-19-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lids. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
90
Jun 7, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Bottom shelf of double cookline cooler overnight: chicken nuggets 45F, chorizo 45F. - in front catering cooler, moved to walk in freezer but left out while getting deliver, cous cous 49-53F - in Delfied cookline cooler overnight: sour cream 51F, sliced cheese 51F, butter 50F. See stop sale **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Baked beans 60-64F F (cooling less than an hour at 6:30 am. At 7:10, 59-64F. Ambient cooling from cans **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Light food debris blade guard Lemon cutter Veg blades **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Sweaters handing over back of table holding meals on wheels empty food containers **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Watch **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal pans **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Scooping utensils on clean rack, dish area **Warning**
16-48-4
Basic - Open dumpster lids. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Walk in cooler fan dripping onto pans covering speed racks and onto the floor and pooling water **Warning**
08B-52-4
43
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
67
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Baked beans. Operator removed can from service area
01B-01-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces sanitized with a quaternary ammonium solution not exposed to the sanitizer solution for at least 30 seconds. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee dipped and sanitizer and moved to air dry; discussed with operator who instructed employee to move utensil and pans back to sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
22-50-4
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. Opened canned artichokes from last week
02C-03-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket on shelving and back of prep table. Operator moved to designated employee storage area **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom interior cabinet shelf, cookline; bottom of upright freezer; interior container holding clean equipment/parts in prep area **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
58
Nov 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Opened canned coconut milk in half pan dated 10/18 Ham 10/27
01B-24-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.1 dented can of tomato sauce
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade guard and underside of mixer guard
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Gerard
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Start of inspection. 2 cooks. 4 prep. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - Eyeglasses on prep table. - bottle of moisturizer. Cookline **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. - Beaded bracelet - watch while preparing meals to be sealed. **Corrective Action Taken**
13-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases in the walk in freezer
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - Bottom prep table/cabinet shelf on cookline - behind hand washing signs, handsink outside of warewashing room - clean pull through area of dish machine
23-03-4
43
Jul 19, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ - Ming Dan Ouyang exp 4/3/23 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or residue - ice machine - scoop under rice pot at cookline **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. - red substance, spray bottles, ware washing area, at cookline, inside unused hot box - yellow substance, hibachi line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - below fryers **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. - walk in freezer - ice cream chest freezer **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. - sushi line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - cookline prep cooler door handles - grease build up on back and underside of fryers - grease on faucet lines at dish machine area - produce cooler shelves **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. - unwashed mushrooms staged for use in prep cooler at cookline **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: **Time Extended**
08B-39-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on dish rack. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: **Time Extended**
16-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gasket in upright cooler at cookline - walk in freezer door - produce cooler gasket **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
50
Jun 15, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
67
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 2 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. - raw chicken over crab, walk in cooler - raw chicken over shrimp, prep cooler - raw fish over fried food **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. **Warning**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. - employee washing, rinsing dishware and placing to air dry without sanitizing **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 1 on the wall by handsink near walk in cooler - 3 on magnetic knife strips over three compartment sink **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 30 on the floor and ledges below electrical panels in storage alcove - 20 on the floor in back area where fire panel is located - 10 on the floor in dry storage room - 10 on the floor in server area by beverage station **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. - cardboard boxes reused for draining/storing cooked chicken and eggrolls **Warning**
14-15-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -employee states cooler had been frequently opened during lunch rush <2 hours ago -temp at 3pm: chicken 52f, beef 48f, shrimp 49f -employee closed all doors and lids -temp at 3:20pm: chicken 50f, beef 46, shrimp 48f -advised to move to walk in cooler for further cooling. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - handsink in employee restroom not functional **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. - red substance below wok line **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -metal bowl used to scoop ice **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. - 1 on the floor near chest freezer at front server area **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - over three compartment sink **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - cellphone on shelf over prep coolers - cellphone on cutting board at cook line **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. - bowls on shelf over three compartment sink - drinking cups in server area **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. - walk in freezer gasket **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has heavy accumulation of debris. - below fryers **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of cooking equipment - hood filters **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. - ridged can reused for food **Warning**
25-32-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as oven cover. **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -shrimp in standing water on counter **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
21-12-4
14
Mar 13, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Several #10 dented cans of peaches, applesauce, baked beans, and tropical fruit
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Milk cartons 45F in True cooler labeled water and drinks only. Operator discarded - milk cartons 45F in double True cooler overnight. Temp log reflects lower ambient temp for morning log than displayed on thermometer. Moved to another cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside back door
29-34-4
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. Container of fresh mozzarella opened last week
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - light debris on slicer blade guard - mixer shield soiled with food residue
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Right basin and side walls residue buildup
16-07-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Plastic container on bottom prep table shelf soiled with food debris/holding clean utensils and equipment. **Repeat Violation**
24-06-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. - In True cooler on cookline, bag of employee beverages a¿¿ in True cooler labeled water and drinks only, employee sliced cheese above bottles of water. Operator discarded
08B-49-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt in oregano container
02D-01-5
41
Dec 7, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 12 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Line cook
12A-27-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of cleaner and gallon jug of cleaner stored next to cooking oil on speed rack on cooks line. Spray bottle of cleaner stored next to fortune cookies.
41-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink next to Ice machine **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Kitchen ice machine Dining area ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Tiles missing in kitchen area.
36-36-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both Back doors open
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing grout throughout the kitchen area.
36-17-5
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
36-12-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil stored on cooks line floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Both Exterior of ice machines. Hood filters
23-03-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Rack of silverware stored handle side down at drying area.
24-18-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken set out on 3 compartment sink at room temperature.
06-01-5
25
Nov 16, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Sanitizer container empty. Operator replaced, primed, and 100 ppm cl was reached **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Near office and warmers
31B-03-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Ice scoops stored in lightly soiled container. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Sweater on case of wax paper **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal pans
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In the walk in cooler near walk in freezer door
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind slicer
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases in the walk in freezer
08B-38-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Over dish area/ clean pans **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was City Buffet last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at City Buffet on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains 21 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at City Buffet?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at City Buffet.
How does City Buffet compare to other restaurants in Casselberry?
City Buffet most recently scored 3 out of 100, which is lower than the Casselberry average of 65.
Has City Buffet's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at City Buffet have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at City Buffet 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 City Buffet inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, City Buffet is inspected around six times per year on average.
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