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Real Paella

1816-C Mahan Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32308
Other
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Real Paella has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 26, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

“Employee personal items stored” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to other Tallahassee restaurants (averaging 87), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.

12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Water pitcher in sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on cutting board.
40-06-5
82
Apr 16, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Lime away stored on triple sink by wash compartment.
41-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
78
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 6/1/23. Printed license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone charger on prep table. Owner removed charger. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
90
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed displayed license 6/1/23. Owner printed updated license. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
95
Aug 11, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 29, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Thermometer in glass door unit reading 0° ambient temperature 36°.
05-05-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. By triple sink.
31B-05-4
82
Feb 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Floor drain has mold like substance.
23-03-4
86
Dec 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chickpeas in reach in cooler across from prep table stored uncovered. Manager covered chickpeas. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
95
Oct 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
90
Aug 29, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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 - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.
31B-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on sandwich line.
40-06-5
Basic - Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. Triple sink.
16-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Quat at 100 ppm.
21-07-4
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Real Paella last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Real Paella on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Real Paella?

Across the inspection record, “employee personal items stored” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Real Paella.

How does Real Paella compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Real Paella most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has Real Paella's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Real Paella have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Real Paella 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 Real Paella inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Real Paella is inspected around three times per year on average.

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