Fairmount Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
78
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Fairmount Cafe stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
The city-wide average for Sebring sits at 74, putting Fairmount Cafe on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
78
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board grooved on prep table at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-19: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-19: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
90
Sep 16, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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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
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks stored n the stand up reach in cooler in the back kitchen area. Owner removed the drinks. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit of the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
90
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
67
Jan 29, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed paper plates at spup station not inverted. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed rack of single service items positioned up against the handsink. Operator moved rack away from splash zone. **Corrected On-Site**
25-22-4
86
Sep 26, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 21, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed boiled eggs (45F - Cold Holding)in side by side refrigerator. See stop sale. Manager discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Found cut watermelon (47 - Cooling) after 4hours placed in freezer to quickly cool to 41F then place back in refrigerator to maintain at 41F or below. **Warning**
03D-06-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. boiled eggs (45F - Cold Holding) manager discarded **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-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 - 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. Inspector provided form via email at inspection. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed white upright side by side refrigerator at back prep with foods at 47F. Moved foods to another cooler. May not use to hold Temperature sensitive foods until able to maintain at 41F or below. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Manager removed to dishwash area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
47
Dec 15, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer at 200+ppm on 3bay sink. Operator dropped water and refilled testing to 100ppm. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed batter (74F - Cold Holding); cheese (68F - Cold Holding). At cookline. Operator states batter is made daily and held out from 1100am to 3pm. And discarded. Cheese is held out during open hours, 100am to 3pm. Must be discarded at close if held on counter under time as a public health control. Form provided at inspection via email.
03A-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed water bottles stored on floor at back storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Wash/Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. Operator dropped sinks and refilled. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-05-4
67
Sep 14, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Manager segregated. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cut melon manager located eggs on bottom of cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw burger over raw bacon and fish in reachin freezer. Manager rearranged foods. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pan on handsink at cookline. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener dirty. Slicer with old food still on bottom. Manager will break down and clean. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
14-22-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Clean dishes under drain lines under handsink exposed to splash. Manager moved. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets at front 3 door broken and repaired with tape.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
05-09-4
Basic - No hot running water at mop sink.
27-10-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. Observed no trash can at handsinks.
33-06-4
32
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fairmount Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fairmount Cafe on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fairmount Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fairmount Cafe.
How does Fairmount Cafe compare to other restaurants in Sebring?
Fairmount Cafe most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Sebring average of 74.
Has Fairmount Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fairmount Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Fairmount Cafe 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 Fairmount Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fairmount Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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