David T's Kitchen
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026
67
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at David T's Kitchen stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 19, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around eight violations across recent inspections versus roughly 10 violations before.
“Single-service articles improperly stored” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Restaurants in Sebring average 74, so David T's Kitchen trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-19: **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no towels at hand wash sink by reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-19: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed a reach in cooler in the kitchen not working. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-19: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler with rust pitied shelves. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-19: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed exterior screen door at back of kitchen torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-19: **Time Extended**
35B-09-4
67
Feb 18, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
32
Dec 31, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hand wash sink in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-31: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-31: **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Test kit for measuring the concentration of the sanitizing solution not used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or employee unaware of proper use Observed employee using wrong test kit to test chlorine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-31: **Time Extended**
16-43-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler with glass door by cook line with rusted and pitied shelves. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-31: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observed in ware washing area and back storage. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-31: **Time Extended**
38-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler in kitchen not working. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-31: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at the back door to the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-31: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floors throughout kitchen not smooth. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-31: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave in the kitchen soiled with food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-31: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
55
Oct 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
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
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
29
May 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs in the reach in cooler next to the cook line. Owner placed the chicken below the eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink next to the cook area. Owner placed paper towels at the hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Test kit for measuring the concentration of the sanitizing solution not used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or employee unaware of proper use No chlorine test kit for the sanitizer bucket and three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
16-43-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. All ceiling vents in the kitchen soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door of the establishment.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors though out the kitchen and bar area.
36-11-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in cooler shelf in the glass door reach in cooler next to the cook line rusted. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Back storage and ware washing areas of the kitchen.
38-02-4
55
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken in a carry out bag which is a non-food grade bag on the prep table in the kitchen.
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed his license during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no towels at the hand washing sink in the front kitchen area. Operator corrected by getting towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Test kit for measuring the concentration of the sanitizing solution not used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or employee unaware of proper use. Operator had the wrong chemical test kit for the solution in the sanitizer buckets.
16-43-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 5 boxes of oil on the floor next to the hand washing sink.
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside microwave was soiled with food debris, employee cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler next to the grill, shelves are rusted.
14-33-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed two cases of three compartment trays on the floor underneath a prep table, operator moved to shelve. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers of onion rings, french fries, and mozzarella cheese sticks in the reach in freezer not covered correctly. Operator put lids on them. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop in the mop bucket not stored to dry correctly in the kitchen. Operator moved and stored to dry correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
45
Jun 27, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 17, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Microwave missing door handle. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-17: **Time Extended**
14-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-17: **Time Extended**
53A-07-6
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. Operator produced form and all employees signed and dated during inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-17: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
74
Feb 16, 2024
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - Microwave missing door handle. **Warning**
14-04-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen and grill area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. Operator produced form and all employees signed and dated during inspection. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at grill area and at kitchen. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed dishes drying at end of sink beside mop sink and no splash guard in place between mopsink and drying area. Operator states he will reverse sink bay use so clean dishes are at the other end of the 3 bay. **Warning**
24-27-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation, cook. **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation, cook working in kitchen. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic ware in open container not protected from above contamination and not with handles all facing same direction. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service plates not inverted at front line. **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed lettuce stored with washed cut lettuce in reachin in cooler. Operator removed and rehashed all. **Warning**
08B-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
41
Sep 29, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Carpenter reinstalled door and had self closing mechanism to install at inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
32-04-4
Basic - Grease trap not installed check with local authority to assess need.
29-25-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the handwash sinks.
31B-04-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was David T's Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at David T's Kitchen on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at David T's Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “single-service articles improperly stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at David T's Kitchen.
How does David T's Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Sebring?
David T's Kitchen most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Sebring average of 74.
Has David T's Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at David T's Kitchen have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at David T's Kitchen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is David T's Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, David T's Kitchen is inspected around four times per year on average.
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