Prohibition

120 Nw Veterans Street, Lake City, FL 32055
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Prohibition has seven inspections in the public record. On Nov 19, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly seven violations earlier on.

Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Lake City restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
82
Apr 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single-serve napkins on floor. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted or protected. Operator removed for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-05-4
82
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Microwave interior soiled with old food debris and grease accumulation.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Some tags not dated. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with old food debris and utensils under cabinet.
36-73-4
78
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
70
Nov 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over pre cooked corn in reach in freezer the corn package is opened.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed tags in folder not in complete order from sale. **Repeat Violation**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior both reach in coolers in kitchen. Interior keg cooler. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 2 tanks in kitchen.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opened Red Bull drink on counter by table top fryer, operator moved beverage to the bottom. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing. Observed the Three compartment sink behind the bar set up as wash, sanitize, nothing. Missing the rinse step.
16-16-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout the kitchen area.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wooden pieces attached to wall holding up shelving in kitchen.
14-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior bottom of reach in freezer. The exterior of steamers on table. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Red and white Togo plate containers in kitchen and behind bar food contact surface facing upwards.
25-06-4
50
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of reach in cooler in kitchen. Interior keg cooler. Interior side wall of ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator filled chemical bucket at Handwash sink in kitchen.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar Handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Beverage cup on prep table in kitchen. Operator placed at the bottom. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior air fryers. Exterior crock pot. Exterior popcorn machine. Bottom shelf on prep table. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. 2 pairs on oven handle, operator moved tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
52
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Prohibition last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Prohibition on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Prohibition?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Prohibition.

How does Prohibition compare to other restaurants in Lake City?

Prohibition most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Lake City average of 80.

Has Prohibition's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Prohibition have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Prohibition 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 Prohibition inspected?

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