Moes Southwest Grill #179

3499 Thomasville Rd Unit 2, Tallahassee, FL 32309

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Moes Southwest Grill #179 appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 29, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Tallahassee restaurant scores 87. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 29, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jul 15, 2025

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Beans and queso.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. All items left in warmer overnight per manager, beans 130,126,130, queso 128. Items discarded, see stop sale.

03B-01-6

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing.

29-18-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.

36-22-4

Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.

14-42-4

Basic - Hood ventilation system with grease accumulation.

36-68-5

Apr 14, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 6 violations

High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Chips under paper towel dispenser.

08B-02-4

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle on Ice machine.

41-10-4

Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

53A-07-6

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Chip container lid soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored touching windex spray bottle.

10-12-5

Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Chip scoop on soiled container lid.

10-02-4

Sep 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Veggie wash stored above prep counter. Properly stored during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Dec 22, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Nov 29, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Mop sink.

29-18-4

Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Repeat Violation**

14-42-4

Apr 6, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Properly stored during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Drain snake on ice machine. Properly stored during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

42-03-5

Nov 10, 2022

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mold like substance on soda dispenser.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Ice machine water filter. **Repeat Violation**

29-28-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.grease build up under equipment on line. **Repeat Violation**

36-73-4

Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Repeat Violation**

14-42-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Water filter for ice machine and mop sink with mold like substance. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Water filter for ice machine leaking. **Repeat Violation**

29-08-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Mold like substance on walls in triple sink area. **Repeat Violation**

36-27-5

Jul 25, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.

29-28-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under fryers.

36-73-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Water filter for ice machine leaking.

29-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with mold like substance. Water filter for ice machine.

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Moes Southwest Grill #179 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Moes Southwest Grill #179 on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Moes Southwest Grill #179?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Moes Southwest Grill #179.

How does Moes Southwest Grill #179 compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Moes Southwest Grill #179 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has Moes Southwest Grill #179's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Moes Southwest Grill #179 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Moes Southwest Grill #179 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 Moes Southwest Grill #179 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Moes Southwest Grill #179 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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