Driftwood Express
Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025
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Score
Public records show seven inspections at Driftwood Express stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Nov 13, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
“Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Florida average 72, so Driftwood Express trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner on shelf with microwave above food prep table
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. The can opener blade is soiled with food debris
22-02-4
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. Bridget,
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
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.
11-27-4
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Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris The Can open blade is soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Single-service articles, take out containers and napkins improperly stored On the floor
25-05-4
Basic - Wall behind triple sink soiled with accumulated debris, or black mold like substance
36-27-5
74
Apr 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed 2 cases of to go containers, and 1 case of napkins stored on the floor at dry storage.
25-05-4
Basic - Ice buildup in chest freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
86
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: at callback inspection there is no proof of food handler training for employees Wanda, **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In pizza and sandwich unit **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employee **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing in storage room with chest freezers **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: Ceiling tile missing in storage room with chest freezers * **Time Extended**
36-36-4
78
Mar 5, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: At callback inspection Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb outside back door by mop sink **Admin Complaint**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: At callback inspection the 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 establishmen **Admin Complaint**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: no proof of food handler training for any employees.. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.in the walk-in cooler no date labeling for cut tomatoes, cooked chicken wings,pizza sauce , sliced ham or sliced turkey. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: At callback inspection observed no date marking on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours . In walk-in cooler no date mark on cut tomatoes, cooked chicken wings, prepared pizza sauce . **Admin Complaint**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
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Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken wings and rope sausage stored in walk-in cooler not date mark ed **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken wings and rope sausage stored in walk-in cooler not date marked **Admin Complaint**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: No proof of food handler training at callback inspection . **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: No proof of certified food manager appt call back inspection. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler door frame and chest freezer gaskets have a buildup of mold like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: Walk-in cooler door frame and chest freezer gaskets have a buildup of mold like substance. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler floor is rusting. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: - Walk-in cooler floor is rusting. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
67
Jun 12, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Driftwood Express last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Driftwood Express on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Driftwood Express?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Driftwood Express.
Has Driftwood Express' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Driftwood Express have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Driftwood Express 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 Driftwood Express inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Driftwood Express is inspected around three times per year on average.
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