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Earley's at the Capitol

400 S Monroe St Lower Level, Tallahassee, FL 32301
American
Last inspected: Sep 26, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Earley's at the Capitol stretching back to 2022. On Sep 26, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about five violations before that.

“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Tallahassee restaurant scores 87. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 26, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items hot holding for less than 4 hours: Sausage gravy 130F Sausage patties 125F. Operator began to reheat food items during time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for more than 4 hours: Diced tomatoes 61F Coleslaw 62F Ham 61F Lima beans 50F Chicken gravy 45F. Observed following food items cold holding for less than 4 hours: Egg wash 58F. Operator placed eggs in reach in freezer.. **See stop sale** **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed following food items cold holding for more than 4 hours: Lima beans 50F Chicken gravy 45F Diced tomatoes 61F Coleslaw 62F Ham 61F
01B-02-5
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 - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table in kitchen area. Employee removed drink during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed Employee cell phone on food prep table in kitchen area. Employee removed cell phone during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
52
May 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Swai fish 68F cold holding inside reach in cooler next to three compartment sink. Operator placed fish on ice bath during time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
86
Aug 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths, for chlorine.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink, at hand wash sink on front line.
31B-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting in ware washing area of black containers and pans.
24-08-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 6/1/24 posted.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone stored on prep table near serving line and back of kitchen. Manager removed phones. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
70
Mar 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Tested at 10ppm. Employee made new solution, tested at 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced tomatoes on grill make table 52F, per manager less than 1 hour. Cooler was not turned on. Manager turned on cooler at time of inspection, and voluntarily discarded tomatoes. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Manager refilled soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - Ice bucket not inverted. Manager inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Case of biscuits uncovered in walk-in freezer. Box closed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
58
Nov 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed link sausage 125F, sausage patty 125F on serving line. Employee reheated and placed on line.Recheck link sausage 137F, sausage patty 135F. Placed on line approximately 35 minutes ago. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags (t shirt bags, grocery store bags)with raw beef in WIF.
14-31-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed hood vents with grease and dust accumulation.
36-34-5
70
Jan 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
64
Dec 13, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Earley's at the Capitol last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Earley's at the Capitol on file is from Sep 26, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Earley's at the Capitol?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Earley's at the Capitol.

How does Earley's at the Capitol compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Earley's at the Capitol most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has Earley's at the Capitol's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Earley's at the Capitol have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Earley's at the Capitol 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 Earley's at the Capitol inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Earley's at the Capitol is inspected around three times per year on average.

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