Fords Garage
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
100
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Fords Garage stretching back to 2022. Fords Garage was last inspected on Apr 7, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “operator is doing a special process”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to the broader Lutz restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 6, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in freezer: ROP cook chill chili made at 12:49pm on 4-5, temped at 12:45pm (75F - Cooling); ROP cook chill chili made at 12:49pm on 4-5, temped at 12:45pm (63F - Cooling); ROP cook chill chili made at 12:49pm on 4-5, temped at 12:45pm (53F - Cooling); ROP cook chill chili made at 12:49pm on 4-5, temped at 12:45pm (52F - Cooling); ROP cook chill chili made at 12:49pm on 4-5, temped at 12:45pm (61F - Cooling); ROP cook chill chili made at 12:49pm on 4-5, temped at 12:45pm (48F - Cooling) **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk in freezer ROP cook chill chili made at 12:49pm on 4-5, temped at 12:45pm (75F - Cooling); ROP cook chill chili made at 12:49pm on 4-5, temped at 12:45pm (63F - Cooling); ROP cook chill chili made at 12:49pm on 4-5, temped at 12:45pm (53F - Cooling); ROP cook chill chili made at 12:49pm on 4-5, temped at 12:45pm (52F - Cooling); ROP cook chill chili made at 12:49pm on 4-5, temped at 12:45pm (61F - Cooling); ROP cook chill chili made at 12:49pm on 4-5, temped at 12:45pm (48F - Cooling) **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved Process Waiver from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Cook chill cooked chili which is ready to eat in walk in freezer **Warning**
03G-43-2
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. 6 bags of ROP chili prepped at 12:49pm on 4-5, stop sales due to improper cook chill cooling. 2 bags of frozen ROP cook chill chili frozen solid made on 3-30. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03G-50-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl In bin of sugar in dry storage. Manager removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag by burger seasoning in dry storage **Warning**
40-06-5
55
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: No observed at time of inspection operator will submit a plan **Time Extended**
03G-50-1
90
Dec 2, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ambient air temperature 51F Cut lettuce 49F cut tomatoes 49F blue cheese 52F mild cheddar 52F coleslaw 48F in house buttermilk ranch dressing 50F cut lettuce 45F-48F held over 4 hours no temperatures taken. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition in. Onsite reduced oxygen packaging walk in cooler over 48 hours not removed from packaging. Peppercorn sauce 2 bags labeled 11-28 Caramelized onions 4 bags 11-28 dated 2 bags cook mushrooms 11-28 dated Cooked Gravy 1 bag 11-28 dated French onion soup 3 bags 11-29 dated **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler by server line station Ambient air temperature 51F Cut lettuce 49F cut tomatoes 49F blue cheese 52F mild cheddar 52F coleslaw 48F in house buttermilk ranch dressing 50F cut lettuce 45F-48F held over 4 hours no temperatures taken. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. **Warning**
03G-50-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Onsite reduced oxygen packaging walk in cooler over 48 hours not removed from packaging. Peppercorn sauce 2 bags labeled 11-28 Caramelized onions 4 bags 11-28 dated 2 bags cook mushrooms 11-28 dated Gravy 1 bag 11-28 dated French onion soup 3 bags 11-29 dated **Warning**
03G-54-1
55
Apr 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cold well on cook line, operator stated they took temperatures at 11am and ranch was below 41F. Operator moved ranch to walk in freezer to rapidly chill. ranch (48F - Cold Holding) recheck 31F **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on prep table in prep area. Operator removed. **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. 2 employee cell phones on table in prep area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans in the prep area Cups beverage area
24-08-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Unsealed concrete in to go area with food warmer
36-02-5
67
Nov 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Apr 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Being used as dump sink in server area, observed straining and ice in bottom of sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. manager fixed dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mold like substance buildup on bottom of soda head in server area.
23-03-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Several in bar area
29-17-4
74
Dec 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Jun 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
74
Dec 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by dish machine blocked by cart of glasses. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored over ready-to-eat food pasta and broccoli. Discussed with manager.
08B-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. <100ppm. Manager fixed to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fords Garage last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fords Garage on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fords Garage?
Across the inspection record, “operator is doing a special process” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Fords Garage.
How does Fords Garage compare to other restaurants in Lutz?
Fords Garage most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Lutz average of 79.
Has Fords Garage's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Fords Garage have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Fords Garage 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 Fords Garage inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fords Garage is inspected around three times per year on average.
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