Family Taste
Last inspected: Oct 30, 2025
78
Score
Going back to 2022, Family Taste has 12 inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 30, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around seven violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.
Across the inspection history, “interior of oven/microwave has accumulation” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
The city-wide average is 76, putting Family Taste squarely in typical territory. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
78
May 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed tracking powder on the floor in the front counter area, owner stated it was household pesticide. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-14: **Time Extended**
41-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hoods. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-14: Operator states she has someone coming to clean this month. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-14: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-14: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken in the reach in cooler without a cover or protection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-14: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
74
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Food stored in a container that previously held a toxic substance. See stop sale. Observed a drum that use to store the chemical lye, with a bag of 50 pounds of shell peanuts in it located in the hallway by the kitchen. The drum is rusted on the inside and outside and the operator could show no proof of it being cleaned. Owner voluntarily discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-32-4
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 3 rodent droppings behind reach in cooler on the floor in the kitchen and approximately 25 rodent droppings in a storage area by the reach in freezer on the floor and 10 rodent droppings on a slicer that is stored in a storage area. **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach in a pot by the stove. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed white rice and chicken wings in the reach in cooler without a date mark on it. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed tracking powder on the floor in the front counter area, owner stated it was household pesticide. **Warning**
41-04-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach in the 3 compartment sink and five dead roaches in a container that holds grease by the fryer. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave in the kitchen with food debris in it. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Printed the owner a copy before end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hoods. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken in the reach in cooler without a cover or protection. **Warning**
08B-12-5
37
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. Observed no written plan. Emailed operator a copy. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed no knowledge of the Big 6. Emailed them a copy. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: **Time Extended**
11-07-5
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. Observed no written agreements. Had operator sign a copy and emailed them more. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed a drain plug missing at their dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an open employee drink in the reach in cooler. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: **Time Extended**
12B-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door not self closing. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
64
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed their license expired 12/1/24 **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed vegetables in the reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed no knowledge of the Big 6. Emailed them a copy. **Warning**
11-07-5
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. Observed no written plan. Emailed operator a copy. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed their only CFM expired on 10/28/24 **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. Observed no written agreements. Had operator sign a copy and emailed them more. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door not self closing. **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed a drain plug missing at their dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an open employee drink in the reach in cooler. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
43
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw burger over cooked foods and raw fish. Operator moved beef to bottom.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Obse4ved foods cooked 3 days ago then frozen with no dates to show how long foods were stored before freezing.
02C-04-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed oxtail in reachin cooler cooked two days ago with no date mark.
02C-02-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing in packages in sink.
06-01-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food.
02D-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior and exterior of microwave soiled with grease and debris.
22-08-4
61
Oct 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed greens directly on contact with grocery bags and frozen in freezer.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior and exterior of microwave with old food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled sticky in dining area.
36-73-4
74
May 5, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
May 4, 2023
Complaint Full
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed greens (46F - Cooling); black beans (51F - Cooling); goat (47F - Cooling); Mack n cheese (48F - Cooling) in reach ,white upright refrigerator/freezer, cooked day before not cooled to 41F within 6 hours. See stop Observed slaw in white upright reachin cooler found at 51F after 6 hours cooling. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 5 rodent droppings under prep table at kitchen. Observed 2 droppings on top of small floor model ice maker in kitchen. Observed 6 droppings under/ beside ice maker. Observed 3 droppings in window sill at kitchen. Observed 7 droppings at back door across from bathroom. Observed 4 droppings behind counter at front. Observed air handler room inside kitchen area with multiple rodent droppings ;Too many to count. Observed 5 droppings behind small chest freezer in kitchen area. Operator states she is currently working with building owner to close entry points and has had pest control in to eradicate recently. And has called to retreat. EOS approved per Michelle Haynes at 4:43 PM PM. **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in hallway across from bathroom at air handler. Observed one immature roach in kitchen on unused empty steam table. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed black non food grade plastic bags in contact with hot foods on stove. Operator removed and replaced with aluminum foil. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed greens (46F - Cooling); black beans (51F - Cooling); goat (47F - Cooling); Mack n cheese (48F - Cooling) in reach ,white upright refrigerator/freezer, cooked day before not cooled to 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03D-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. Observed slaw in white upright reachin cooler found at 51F after 6 hours cooling. See stop sale. **Warning**
03D-06-5
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. Inspector provided handout at inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
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. Inspector provided form at inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee training through Serve Safe Certificate of Achievement.Unapproved provider **Warning**
53B-03-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach at floor of front counter. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed upright white refrigerator/ freezer in kitchen unable to maintain foods at 41F or colder ambient temperature found at 48F as measured by inspectors calibrated thermometer. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed plastic table used to prep food in kitchen with multiple knife marks scoring surface. No longer easily cleanable. **Warning**
14-10-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed old food and grease buildup on floor corners of kitchen and under and behind equipment. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed top of oven burners covered in old blackened food debris interior and exterior surfaces of oven and deep fat fryer covered in old grease. Observed microwave oven with old food debris inside and greasy exterior. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided handout at inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed old food debris littering interior of refrigerator. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed stuccoed walls in kitchen not smooth and easy to clean. **Warning**
36-30-4
20
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
70
Oct 14, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Family Taste last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Family Taste on file is from Oct 30, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Family Taste?
Across the inspection record, “interior of oven/microwave has accumulation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Family Taste.
How does Family Taste compare to other restaurants in Avon Park?
Family Taste most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Avon Park average of 76.
Has Family Taste's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Family Taste have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Family Taste 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 Family Taste inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Family Taste is inspected around four times per year on average.
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