Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar

2404 N Florida Ave, Hernando, FL 34442

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Sep 19, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar has been inspected seven times since 2023. Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar was last inspected on Sep 19, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Looking across the full record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar scores about where you'd expect for a Hernando restaurant. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 19, 2025

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: Operator unable to provide proof of training **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**

22-08-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**

32-04-4

Jul 16, 2025

Complaint Full

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Power strip stored in hand wash sink in bar area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

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 - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple chemical spray bottle in 3 compartment sink area. Operator labeled degreaser. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

41-17-4

Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Warning**

22-08-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's restroom **Warning**

32-04-4

Apr 30, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. coleslaw (44F - Cold Holding)

03A-02-5

May 14, 2024

Complaint Partial

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - No soap or paper towels provided at handwash sink in bar area. Operator provided soap and paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Power cord stored in hand wash sink at bar. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Feb 6, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Rubbing alcohol and nail polish remover stored over 3 compartment sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Multiple tanks in kitchen and bar

51-11-4

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor in the kitchen 1 dead roach on floor under 3 compartment sink Operator cleaned up and sanitized area **Corrected On-Site**

35A-03-4

Jun 12, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 23, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled. Walk in cooler shelves

23-03-4

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink in kitchen area. Operator swept and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site**

35A-03-4

Basic - Wood surface not properly sealed. Shelf storing equipment under prep table

14-06-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar on file is from Sep 19, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar.

How does Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar compare to other restaurants in Hernando?

Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Hernando average of 79.

Has Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar 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 Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hernando Hideaway Sports Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.

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