Liberty Bar & Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
86
Score
Liberty Bar & Restaurant appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 25, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “hood vents soiled with accumulated food debris” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Among Tallahassee restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - 05-05-4 Observed: Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Ambient temperature of cooler 40f, ambient thermometer reading 34f. Priority: Intermediate
05-05-4
Basic - 23-03-4 Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dust build up on ceiling vents, build up on floors around equipment. Priority: Basic
23-03-4
86
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Spoke with OPQ- Haccp has been submitted and is under review. Will be addressed on next unannounced inspection. **Time Extended**
03G-50-1
90
Jun 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03G-50-1
Basic - Hood vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, substance.
36-34-5
86
Apr 29, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed thawed shrimp in reduced oxygen packing sealed in establishment date marked 10-21-24. See stop sale.
01B-13-4
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. Observed no proof of food handler training for any servers. Per manager servers have been hired over 60 days. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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 and process waiver approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed sliced tomatoes, tofu, and shrimp in reduced oxygen packaging date marked over 24 hours. See stop sale for shrimp. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03G-50-1
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - In-use soda nozzle stored in soiled holster between uses at bar area.
10-12-5
Basic - Observed accumulation of waste water not draining through waste line at bar area soda gun holster.
29-17-4
61
Jun 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Inspector left some strips for establishment. Test strips are on order. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-37-1
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. Previous inspection on 3-31-23 time was extended. Establishment was provided with contact information.
03G-50-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents rusted.
36-34-5
Basic - Shared dumpster-dumpster side doors left open.
33-16-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
36-02-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in front of ice machine.
36-22-4
67
Jun 21, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of cleaner with bleach stored on shelf next to fryer oil.
41-10-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink, Inspector supplied a few strips to establishment until order comes in. **Corrected On-Site**
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the large ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing in front of walk in cooler.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, rust or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Multiple Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at 4 sinks in kitchen. Director printed and hung signs above sinks. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Multiple areas of un sealed floors through out kitchen.
36-02-5
50
May 18, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Basic - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination different 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. Observed tasso (cooked pork) held in in-house reduced oxygen frozen for up to ten days per the manager. Issued variance/HACCP coordinator contact information. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
03G-50-1
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 2023-03-31: No proof of training. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwash sink in ware washing area not accessible for employee use at all times due to it being clogged. Operator is waiting for part to come in and finish repairs. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
29-08-4
78
Oct 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Liberty Bar & Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Liberty Bar & Restaurant on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Liberty Bar & Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “hood vents soiled with accumulated food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Liberty Bar & Restaurant.
How does Liberty Bar & Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
Liberty Bar & Restaurant most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tallahassee average of 87.
Has Liberty Bar & Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Liberty Bar & Restaurant 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 Liberty Bar & Restaurant 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 Liberty Bar & Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Liberty Bar & Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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