Lucky Dill
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
41
Score
Going back to 2022, Lucky Dill has 17 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Mar 25, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to 15 violations.
Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.
That's lower than the typical Palm Harbor restaurant, which scores around 74. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
17
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 4lb can tuna dented on seam. Items discarded. **Repeat Violation**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shepherds pie mix 44f, moved to the lower part of the cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. sweet potatoes 127f, mashed potatoes 121f, all items put back on stove for reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork, cooked wings, brisket.
02C-02-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Bakery cooler. Cardboard removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Three door reach in alley.
29-49-6
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Slide lid for ice machine broken.
14-12-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
41
Dec 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. 15lbs of tomatoes **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-08: 14 Oranges in walk in cooler with mold like growth. **Admin Complaint**
01B-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling in walk in coolers soiled with rust. Vents soiled throughout kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-08: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floors throughout kitchen prep area, ware washing area and cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-08: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Walls near back exit and coolers rusted and in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-08: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in walk in cooler has shelves that are rusted and soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-08: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls throughout kitchen soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-08: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
67
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 4 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 28 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 7lbs of lemon pie filling 7lbs of apple sauce. **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employees washing hands for less than 10 seconds **Warning**
12A-17-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee on cook line using phone while cooking food. Was touching utensils to cook food with out changing gloves. **Warning**
12A-29-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Employee Washed hands in cold water 78F **Warning**
12A-19-4
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. 15lbs of tomatoes **Warning**
01B-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over ready to eat foods in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator moved beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 3lbs of butter left overnight temped at 75F **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Deli slicer in pastry prep area soiled with dust and debris, cutting board soiled on cook line **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can in front of hand wash sink. Operator moved can. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to cook line **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink next to cook line. Operator replaced soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling in walk in coolers soiled with rust. Vents soiled throughout kitchen **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. 7lbs of lemon pie filling 7lbs of apple sauce. **Warning**
08B-20-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee on salad station prepping food drinking from open water cup. **Warning**
12B-12-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food next to restaurant food in cooler across from salad bar and Coolers in pastry areas. **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on cutting board on cook line. Employee removed phone and cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employees wearing bracelets and watches while preparing food. Employee removed jewelry. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook preparing food no beard guard. **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor in ware washing area by dish machine. Operator dried area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors throughout kitchen has accumulation of debris **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floors throughout kitchen prep area, ware washing area and cook line **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Walls near back exit and coolers rusted and in disrepair. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Tops of oven and top of dishwashers soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee beverages in cooler across salad station and in coolers in pastry prep area. Operator moved drinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in walk in cooler has shelves that are rusted and soiled. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls throughout kitchen soiled **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution on cook line. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Soiled wet wiping cloth in use on cook line. **Warning**
21-09-4
10
Jan 10, 2025
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors and walls on cook line, prep area and storage areas soiled with food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-10: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cook line and bakery **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-10: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-10: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
86
Dec 9, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards soiled and stained - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bakery area in rear of kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Walk in cooler, cooked roast, cooked chicken - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
82
Nov 13, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Poached Eggs and Salmon not identified as containing raw ingredients on breakfast menu. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-13: **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors and walls on cook line, prep area and storage areas soiled with food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-13: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cook line and bakery **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-13: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-13: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
78
Nov 6, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. shepherds pie mix (45F - Cold Holding); raw breaded chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding); cooked turkey (46F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (46F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shepherds pie mix (45F - Cold Holding); raw breaded chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding); cooked turkey (46F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (46F - Cold Holding) **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Poached Eggs and Salmon not identified as containing raw ingredients on breakfast menu. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors and walls on cook line, prep area and storage areas soiled with food debris. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of microwaves on cook line have accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cook line and bakery **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
55
Oct 2, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face, did not wash hands before returning to work.
12A-10-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shepherds pie mix 54F cold hold, raw chicken 56F cold hold, brisket 52F cold hold, spinach dip 49F cold hold, cooked tomatoes 49Fcold hold **Repeat Violation**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shepherds pie mix 54F cold hold, raw chicken 56F cold hold, brisket 52F cold hold, spinach dip 49F cold hold, cooked tomatoes 49Fcold hold See Stop Sale.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards soiled and stained
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Frame that surrounds tiles in kitchen are heavily rusted in multiple areas of the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated with mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty container. Utensils stored in container that contained food debris.
24-06-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bakery area in rear of kitchen
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Walk in cooler, cooked roast, cooked chicken
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line containing food removed from its original container not labeled with common name
02D-01-5
43
Apr 30, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 18, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Admin Complaint** Reference: 509.241(1)(2) FS: (1) LICENSES; ANNUAL RENEWALS. Each public lodging and public food service establishment shall obtain a license from the division. (2) APPLICATION FOR LICENSE. Each person who plans to open a public food service establishment shall apply for and receive a license from the division prior to the commencement of operation. Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 2 large metal canisters holding single service disposable, equipment and chemicals. Not on plans. Plan review referral provided to operator. **Admin Complaint** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Area in rear of kitchen near 3 comp sink **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-18: **Time Extended**
36-22-4
74
Apr 17, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
47
Nov 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-30: **Admin Complaint**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. 2 metal canisters have been added to property to store single service items, chemicals and extra equipment. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-30: **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tiles being used in prep and food storage areas. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-30: **Admin Complaint**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment added 75 seats going from a licensed 275 seats to 350 seats. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-30: **Admin Complaint**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-30: **Admin Complaint**
51-15-4
67
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. **Warning** Reference: 4-501.110(A) FC: (A) The temperature of the wash solution in spray type warewashers that use hot water to sanitize may not be less than: (1) For a stationary rack, single temperature machine, 165 degrees Fahrenheit; (2) For a stationary rack, dual temperature machine, 150 degrees Fahrenheit; (3) For a single tank, conveyor, dual temperature machine, 160 degrees Fahrenheit; or (4) For a multitank, conveyor, multitemperature machine, 150 degrees Fahrenheit. Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
16-54-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** Reference: 61C-4.023(1) FAC: (1) All managers who are responsible for the storage, preparation, display, and serving of foods to the public shall have passed a certification test approved by the division demonstrating a basic knowledge of food protection practices as adopted by the division. Those individuals who successfully pass an approved certification examination shall be issued a certificate by the certifying organization, which is valid for a period of five years from the date of issuance. Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Outdoor bar not on original plans. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
51-14-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. 2 metal canisters have been added to property to store single service items, chemicals and extra equipment. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tiles being used in prep and food storage areas. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment added 75 seats going from a licensed 275 seats to 350 seats. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
51-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-28: **Time Extended**
16-46-4
47
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. No chlorine sanitizer available for chemically sanitizing machine, High temperature machine 90F final rinse. Operator to utilize 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes until dish machines are functioning properly. **Warning** Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
22-49-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
50-08-7
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cooked roast beef (45F - Cold Holding); cooked Turkey (46F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (44F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (53F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (51F - Cold Holding); cooked meatloaf (50F - Cold Holding); mushrooms (50F - Cold Holding) **Warning** Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: cooked ground beef 46F cold hold, roast beef 45F cold hold, cooked mushrooms 46F cold hold, meatloaf 44F cold hold, **Time Extended**
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked roast beef (45F - Cold Holding); cooked Turkey (46F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (44F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (53F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (51F - Cold Holding); cooked meatloaf (50F - Cold Holding); mushrooms (50F - Cold Holding), potatoes 114F hot holding reheat at 10:05am 159F reheat. **Warning** Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: Cooked turkey 43F cold hold, cooked ground beef 46F cold hold, roast beef 45F cold hold, cooked mushrooms 46F cold hold, meatloaf 44F cold hold, sausage 74F held on counter **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. potatoes 114F hot holding reheat at 10:05am 159F reheat. **Warning** Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: Cooked potatoes 74F held on counter **Time Extended**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** Reference: 61C-4.023(1) FAC: (1) All managers who are responsible for the storage, preparation, display, and serving of foods to the public shall have passed a certification test approved by the division demonstrating a basic knowledge of food protection practices as adopted by the division. Those individuals who successfully pass an approved certification examination shall be issued a certificate by the certifying organization, which is valid for a period of five years from the date of issuance. Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Misrepresentation of a fruit or fruit juice. Menu stated freshly squeezed juice, juice is store bought. **Admin Complaint** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: Operator began removing "Freshly Squeezed " from their menu during inspection.**Admin Complaint** **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
52-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Outdoor bar not on original plans. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
51-14-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. 2 metal canisters have been added to property to store single service items, chemicals and extra equipment. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. **Warning** Reference: 4-501.110(A) FC: (A) The temperature of the wash solution in spray type warewashers that use hot water to sanitize may not be less than: (1) For a stationary rack, single temperature machine, 165 degrees Fahrenheit; (2) For a stationary rack, dual temperature machine, 150 degrees Fahrenheit; (3) For a single tank, conveyor, dual temperature machine, 160 degrees Fahrenheit; or (4) For a multitank, conveyor, multitemperature machine, 150 degrees Fahrenheit. Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
16-54-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment added 75 seats going from a licensed 275 seats to 350 seats. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tiles being used in prep and food storage areas. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook no hair restraint **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
51-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Food stored on floor. Bag in box beverage concentrate stored on the floor near dry storage. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Water draining onto floor surface. Both high temperature and chemically sanitizing machine draining onto the floor befor reaching floor drain. The high temperature machine is clean water, the chemical sanitizing machine can be contained. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
29-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles and spice shakers on cook line containing foods removed from its original container not labeled with common name. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
19
Sep 26, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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High Priority - Observed: Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. No chlorine sanitizer available for chemically sanitizing machine, High temperature machine 90F final rinse. Operator to utilize 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes until dish machines are functioning properly. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
22-49-4
High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** Priority: High Priority
50-08-7
High Priority - Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cooked roast beef (45F - Cold Holding); cooked Turkey (46F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (44F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (53F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (51F - Cold Holding); cooked meatloaf (50F - Cold Holding); mushrooms (50F - Cold Holding) **Warning** Priority: High Priority
01B-02-5
High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked roast beef (45F - Cold Holding); cooked Turkey (46F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (44F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (53F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (51F - Cold Holding); cooked meatloaf (50F - Cold Holding); mushrooms (50F - Cold Holding), potatoes 114F hot holding reheat at 10:05am 159F reheat. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
03A-02-5
High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. potatoes 114F hot holding reheat at 10:05am 159F reheat. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Observed: Misrepresentation of a fruit or fruit juice. Menu stated freshly squeezed juice, juice is store bought. **Admin Complaint** Priority: Intermediate
52-02-4
Intermediate - Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Outdoor bar not on original plans. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
51-14-7
Intermediate - Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. 2 metal canisters have been added to property to store single service items, chemicals and extra equipment. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
51-16-7
Intermediate - Observed: Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** Reference: 61C-4.023(1) FAC: (1) All managers who are responsible for the storage, preparation, display, and serving of foods to the public shall have passed a certification test approved by the division demonstrating a basic knowledge of food protection practices as adopted by the division. Those individuals who successfully pass an approved certification examination shall be issued a certificate by the certifying organization, which is valid for a period of five years from the date of issuance. Priority: Intermediate
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Observed: Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. **Warning** Reference: 4-501.110(A) FC: (A) The temperature of the wash solution in spray type warewashers that use hot water to sanitize may not be less than: (1) For a stationary rack, single temperature machine, 165 degrees Fahrenheit; (2) For a stationary rack, dual temperature machine, 150 degrees Fahrenheit; (3) For a single tank, conveyor, dual temperature machine, 160 degrees Fahrenheit; or (4) For a multitank, conveyor, multitemperature machine, 150 degrees Fahrenheit. Priority: Intermediate
16-54-4
Basic - Observed: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tiles being used in prep and food storage areas. **Warning** Priority: Basic
36-37-5
Basic - Observed: Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook no hair restraint **Warning** Priority: Basic
13-03-4
Basic - Observed: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment added 75 seats going from a licensed 275 seats to 350 seats. **Warning** Priority: Basic
51-09-4
Basic - Observed: Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. **Warning** Priority: Basic
51-15-4
Basic - Observed: Food stored on floor. Bag in box beverage concentrate stored on the floor near dry storage. **Warning** Priority: Basic
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed: In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Cook line cutting board has a wiping cloth stored under it.. **Warning** Priority: Basic
21-04-4
Basic - Observed: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning** Priority: Basic
16-46-4
Basic - Observed: Water draining onto floor surface. Both high temperature and chemically sanitizing machine draining onto the floor befor reaching floor drain. The high temperature machine is clean water, the chemical sanitizing machine can be contained. **Warning** Priority: Basic
29-03-4
Basic - Observed: Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles and spice shakers on cook line containing foods removed from its original container not labeled with common name. **Warning** Priority: Basic
02D-01-5
18
Mar 20, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over cooked beef on cook line. Raw eggs stored over bakery products in reach in cooler in baking room. Operator moved raw eggs to gain compliance. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. Dish machine with conveyor chlorine is 0ppm. Operator to utilize single rack machine and 3 compartment sink until the conveyor machine is sanitizing properly.
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. brisket (57F - Cold Holding); Beef (51F - Cold Holding). Cart contains these cooked meats were removed from the walk in cooler for approximately 1 hour to except a delivery. Ambient temperature of cooler 34F.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicers have an accumulation of dried food debris Cutting boards on cook line soiled/stained.
22-02-4
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. Provided DBPR form for employee agreement via email.
11-26-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jackets stored on lower shelf of prep table in baking room with clean equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on the floor near dish machine.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Walk in cooler- cases of cooked beef stored under shelving of walk in cooler, bucket of cooked potatoes stored on the floor of walk in cooler. Discussed the importance of storing food a minimum of 6" off the floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. In use tongs stored on oven door handle on cook line. Operator removed tongs from door handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of dry ingredient bins heavily soiled. Exterior of dish machine heavily soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Pipe on dish machine leaking water onto the floor
29-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go foil pans not stored inverted in outside canister. Discussed the importance of storing single service container inverted or protected.
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. White sauce thawing in standing water.
06-01-5
35
Oct 13, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
37
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lucky Dill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lucky Dill on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lucky Dill?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Lucky Dill.
How does Lucky Dill compare to other restaurants in Palm Harbor?
Lucky Dill most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Palm Harbor average of 74.
Has Lucky Dill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Lucky Dill have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Lucky Dill 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 Lucky Dill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lucky Dill is inspected around five times per year on average.
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