Hampton Inn Central

2979 Apalachee Pkwy, Tallahassee, FL 32301
American
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Hampton Inn Central seven times, with records going back to 2022. On Oct 23, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Tallahassee restaurant scene, this is about average. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance near nozzle on orange juice machine.
22-02-4
90
Jan 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed current license during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
95
Sep 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut melons 48°F, per manager placed 45 minutes ago, manager placed in ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters stored upright, manager stored inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
82
Feb 8, 2024
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 cheese 49F and cut cantaloupe 47F at breakfast bar both items placed 2 hours ago. GM placed on ice bath, rechecked temp cheese 43F, cut cantaloupe 43F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
86
Sep 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
90
Feb 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bacon in hand washing sink across from three compartment sink.n **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical testing strips for three compartment sink.
16-37-1
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plastic plates stored upright inside buffet area. Manager placed plates inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
78
Sep 7, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hampton Inn Central last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hampton Inn Central on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hampton Inn Central?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hampton Inn Central.

How does Hampton Inn Central compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Hampton Inn Central most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has Hampton Inn Central's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hampton Inn Central have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hampton Inn Central 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 Hampton Inn Central inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hampton Inn Central is inspected around two times per year on average.