South Station

1215 S Adams St, Tallahassee, FL 32301

American

Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026

Score

Low Risk

South Station appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2023. South Station was last inspected on Feb 19, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

That's lower than the typical Tallahassee restaurant, which scores around 87. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 19, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-19: Did not observe employee food handler training during time of call back. Owner stated they are currently moving their location and will have it completed within the next 60 days. **Time Extended**

11-26-1

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-19: Did not observe employee food handler training during time of call back. Owner stated they are currently moving their location and will have it completed within the next 60 days. **Time Extended**

53B-01-5

Oct 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 5 live small insects inside kitchen. **Warning**

35A-02-7

Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.

02A-01-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wiping cloths inside handwashing sink behind bar.

31A-11-4

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 - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**

11-26-1

Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale.

01C-01-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of to go cups stored on floor behind bar area.

25-05-4

May 21, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee beverage inside reach in cooler.

12B-13-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of soda cans stored on floor behind bar area.

08B-38-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Mar 14, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 28, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 13, 2023

Routine - Food

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

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Apr 12, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Provided establishment with health reporting requirements. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-03-5

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing at 3 compartment sink.

29-18-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was South Station last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at South Station on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does South Station compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

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

Has South Station's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at South Station have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at South Station 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 South Station inspected?

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

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