Don Melchor

2207 Bannerman Rd Ste B, Tallahassee, FL 32312
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Don Melchor has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 11, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

Looking across the full record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Tallahassee average 87, so Don Melchor trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salsa on counter 66°, less than 4 hours per operator. Put in cooler during inspection . **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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 - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Hood has gaps between filters.
14-11-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
64
Aug 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. 0 ppm.
22-41-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
14-31-5
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
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water faucet handle broken on hand sink in kitchen.
29-08-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Partially eaten tart on cutting board. Removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
61
Mar 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall.
24-14-4
86
Sep 5, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Don Melchor last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Don Melchor on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Don Melchor?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Don Melchor.

How does Don Melchor compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Don Melchor most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has Don Melchor's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Don Melchor have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Don Melchor means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.