Philly Flavors

608-1J Railroad Sq, Tallahassee, FL 32310

American

Last inspected: Jul 17, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Philly Flavors stretching back to 2023. Philly Flavors was last inspected on Jul 17, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “operating with an expired division of hotels”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to other Tallahassee restaurants (averaging 87), there's room to close the gap. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

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

50-17-3

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Owner Aaron Cooley stated he left his certificate at home, and will have it tomorrow. **Warning**

53A-02-7

Dec 19, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Dec 15, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 6/1/23. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast 48F, per owner placed 30 minutes, owner placed on ice re temp 43F. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink near fryer with grease strainer inside. Owner removed strainer. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed beef Pattie's in Reach in freezer not covered. Owner placed cover. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoop in standing water 79F. Owner replaced water 141F. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Mar 3, 2023

Complaint Partial

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

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes in reach in cooler across from three compartment sink to read at 48 F. Per owner, tomatoes were sliced 3/2/23. Owner discarded sliced tomatoes. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sliced tomatoes in reach in cooler across from three compartment sink to read at 48 F. Per owner, tomatoes were sliced 3/2/23. Owner discarded sliced tomatoes.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above cheese in reach in cooler across from three compartment sink.

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand washing sink across from ice cream machine. Owner turned on hot water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

27-16-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation**

51-13-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Jan 13, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Philly Flavors last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Philly Flavors on file is from Jul 17, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Philly Flavors?

Across the inspection record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Philly Flavors.

How does Philly Flavors compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Philly Flavors most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has Philly Flavors' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Philly Flavors have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Philly Flavors 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 Philly Flavors inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Philly Flavors is inspected around two times per year on average.

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