Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
47
Score
Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University has been inspected eight times since 2022. Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University was last inspected on Mar 11, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Compared to other Tallahassee restaurants (averaging 87), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed following food items cold holding for more than 4 hours during time of inspection: Egg wash 49F Diced tomatoes 47F
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for more than 4 hours during time of inspection: Egg wash 49F Diced tomatoes 47F. **see stop sale** **Repeat Violation**
03A-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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of biscuits and and box of catfish stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Operator properly placed food items during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of napkins stored on floor near walk in cooler. Operator properly placed napkins during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
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May 14, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 5 dented can of Armour Beef Stew.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for less than 4 hours: Diced ham 52F Sausage 79F. Operator placed food items inside walk in cooler to cool. Observed sausage links cold holding at 54F for less than 4 hours. Operator placed links inside walk in freezer during time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed operator a Consumer Advisory during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave accumulated with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
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Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of comet disinfectant spray on food prep table. Operator removed chemical spray during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun nozzle soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Did not observe consumer advisory during time of inspection. Printed operator Consumer Advisory to post during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on prep line accumulation of food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed containers on clean dish rack in kitchen.
16-46-4
64
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle hanging on hand sink near ovens in kitchen area. Manager moved bottle to proper storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food in boxes stored on floor in walk in freezer. Observed drinks in bottles stored on floor in back storage room. Manager placed all products in proper storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
82
Nov 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed feta cheese and ranch 48F placed 1 hour ago in expo across from dish machine, placed on ice, rechecked temp 30 minutes later, feta 43F, ranch 42F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observe no hand soap at dispenser near double stack ovens. GM replaced soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean plates not stored inverted or protected, ware washing area.
24-05-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed salmon bearing label to remain frozen, remove from packaging to thaw, not removed from packaging on prep table and walk in cooler.
06-09-1
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ranch, mixed fruit in expo not covered to prevent contamination.
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour in working container not labeled.
02D-01-5
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Jan 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
61
Sep 16, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed moldy strawberries inside walk in cooler. Manager discarded strawberries. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-07-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl stored inside sugar container with no handle. Manager removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting inside shallow pans right of three compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed French fries and tortilla chips stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Manager removed items from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour unlabeled inside dry storage. Manager labeled flour. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University.
How does Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 87.
Has Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-University is inspected around two times per year on average.
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