Hummingbird Wine Bar

1216 N Monroe St Ste 4, Tallahassee, FL 32303
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged 11 inspections at Hummingbird Wine Bar, the earliest from 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 24, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not”, which has been cited two times.

Among Tallahassee restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Dispenser not mixing proper amounts. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Second three comp sink with tablets in use testing within correct levels. Advised to use tablets on hand or call to have ecolab adjust dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
86
Dec 19, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
61
Aug 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 06-01-24. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine chlorine 0ppm. Per employee using three compartment sink quaternary 200ppm until dish machine is repaired.
22-41-4
74
Mar 22, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Feb 2, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish-machine Chlorine 0ppm. Employee set up three-compartment sink Quaternary 150 ppm during inspection. Per manager will schedule maintenance with EcoLab to repair dish machine. **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired license displayed 06-01-23. Operator printed current license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
82
Oct 6, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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 - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water for hand wash sink. Employee stated it was turned off because of leak and turned hot water back on. **Corrective Action Taken**
27-16-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on top of prep table next to food. Employee moved bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
78
Feb 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hummingbird Wine Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hummingbird Wine Bar on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hummingbird Wine Bar?

Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hummingbird Wine Bar.

How does Hummingbird Wine Bar compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Hummingbird Wine Bar most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has Hummingbird Wine Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hummingbird Wine Bar have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hummingbird Wine 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 Hummingbird Wine Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hummingbird Wine Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.