Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews
Last inspected: Dec 17, 2025
55
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around seven violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster”, showing up four times.
That's lower than the typical Sanford restaurant, which scores around 77. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
55
Jul 22, 2025
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
78
Apr 22, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -buttermilk 69F and cut lettuce 70F per operator stored in reach-in cooler overnight, operator discarded
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -white cutting board on top of reach-in cooler stained
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in bar area, operator restocked **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -employee water stored on top of microwave in service area, employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -fish tower reach-in cooler drawers have an accumulation of food debris -reach-in freezer door gaskets soiled, operator cleaned -inside, lower portion of reach-in freezer has an accumulation of grease and food debris -underside of flat top grills and top of reach-in cooler drawers have an accumulation of grease and food debris **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -salad station reach-in cooler
29-49-6
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall at exit of dishwasher has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -salad station reach-in cooler being used to store foods not holding proper temperature, operator discarded foods
14-11-5
45
Jan 27, 2025
Complaint Full
7 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. -top of dishwasher
16-21-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -mop sink area, employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Light not functioning. -over rear prep area **Repeat Violation**
36-62-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -light shield over dry storage area
38-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -shelf beneath microwave has an accumulation of grease and food debris -reach-in cooler drawer frames have an accumulation of grease and food debris -handwash sink at entrance to kitchen -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls above equipment in cookline area **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
70
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
47
Mar 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -commercially packaged sliced cheese 48F. In unit less than 2 hrs per operator. Removed by operator to walk in cooler **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -brushes in bar hand sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -center drawers under grill on cook line are unused because they do not pull out easily
14-11-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. -plastic wrap, cans debris **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -men's bathroom
31B-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -containers on shelf in dish room **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
64
Nov 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -raw chicken 51F and raw fish 48 in reach in cooler. In unit 1 hr per operator. Operator moved to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener soiled
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -in kitchen area
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -on top of ice bin **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. -cardboard and pallets **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -chemical room **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
58
Jan 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Jul 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm. Corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unknown chemical. Bottled empty and washed out. Degreaser. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Storeroom over single service items.
38-01-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Cook line unit. **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cook line drawers.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dishwasher area.
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews?
Across the inspection record, “garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews.
How does Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Sanford average of 77.
Has Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews is inspected around three times per year on average.
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