Maryland Fried Chicken 32344

635 S Jefferson St, Monticello, FL 32344

American

Last inspected: Sep 25, 2024

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Maryland Fried Chicken 32344, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 25, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, which has been cited three times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Monticello restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 25, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cooking oil.

08B-47-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Jun 20, 2024

Complaint Partial

No violations found.

100

Mar 6, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. Shells put back on flat with eggs. Shells discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

01B-14-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Eggs over cheese. Properly stored during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Buildup of grease. Hood on cook line.

23-24-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Ground by back door.

23-03-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Leak at handsink.

29-08-4

Jul 20, 2023

Complaint Full

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-20: **Time Extended**

50-17-3

Apr 11, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler floor, multiple food and liquid spills.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Build up of spilled food on bottom.

22-16-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Dec 6, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes at 50°, slaw at 46°, less than 4 hours per operator, Iced during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Handwash sink on plan review missing. **Warning**

31A-07-4

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 - No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap provided. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.

36-32-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Inside walk-in freezer.

36-73-4

Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Open buckets of grease uncovered outside.

33-20-4

Basic - Grease receptacle lid open. Closed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

33-29-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Inside walk-in cooler.

36-24-5

Jul 14, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Slaw 47, cheese 51, Iced during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-2

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired.

14-74-7

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Wall by breading station.

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Maryland Fried Chicken 32344 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Maryland Fried Chicken 32344 on file is from Sep 25, 2024. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Maryland Fried Chicken 32344?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Maryland Fried Chicken 32344.

How does Maryland Fried Chicken 32344 compare to other restaurants in Monticello?

Maryland Fried Chicken 32344 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Monticello average of 91.

Has Maryland Fried Chicken 32344's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Maryland Fried Chicken 32344 have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Maryland Fried Chicken 32344 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 Maryland Fried Chicken 32344 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Maryland Fried Chicken 32344 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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