Studio Movie Grill
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
86
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Studio Movie Grill stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 21, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting”, which has been cited six times.
Restaurants in Seminole average 71, so Studio Movie Grill is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzle soiled at bar
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups at wait station
24-08-4
86
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Old license posted next to bar entrance
50-09-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Pizza oven
22-08-4
90
Sep 12, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented can of black beans on can rack, operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer spray bottle at kitchen bar, operator emptied **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups at kitchen bar **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On pizza oven, removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop in 106F water, operator increased temperature **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice cream in chest freezer, covered **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
64
Aug 12, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portioning cups in salad dressings, removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic bins on storage racks
14-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Belt fed pizza oven soiled
22-08-4
74
Apr 12, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups at bar **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Mule cups at bar has coating that is flaking off on the inside, discussed with manager about replacing with approved copper mugs.
14-10-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Accumulation of food debris and grease in pizza oven **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic bins on storage racks at rear of kitchen **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice cream in chest freezer, covered **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over dressing in walk-in cooler, order corrected **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Per manager, new cutting boards on order **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
64
Jan 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Under hand sink on prep line
41-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups at kitchen bar
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in Parmesan blend, panko, sugar
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Accumulation of grease and food residue on interior of pizza oven
22-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic bins n storage shelves
16-46-4
67
Jul 10, 2023
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-10: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
95
Jul 5, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 #10 cans of fire roasted salsa. 1 #10 can of olives **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 5 live flies near bar in kitchen **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Opened raw chicken over raw beef in walk-in freezer, order corrected **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza cooler - taco beef (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding), operator adjusted temp gauge on cooler **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozel at bar soiled **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portioning cup in sour cream, removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Next to beer cooler **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. A/C vents in beer cooler soiled. Hood filters soiled **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. A/C leaking through ceiling tiles in kitchen, not over any food storage or food prep tables, work order already created **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
29-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Next to broiler on cook line **Warning**
36-22-4
37
Mar 17, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler in front of service line-sour cream (53F - Cold Holding); ranch with buttermilk (52F - Cold Holding), items prepared previous day, no temperatures taken today to confirm proper cold holding
03A-02-5
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Hanging above hand sink on cook line, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler in front of service line-sour cream (53F - Cold Holding); ranch with buttermilk (52F - Cold Holding), items prepared previous day, no temperatures taken today to confirm proper cold holding
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Soda gun nozzles at bar soiled
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Scoop in flour with broken handle, scoop removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone and speaker on shelf above coolers, operator moved items **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic bins on storage rack in dishwashing area **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Spoon handle in chipotle mayo, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-04-5
Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Wash gauge not functioning, dish machine rented
16-38-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hold filters over grill with accumulation of grease **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On pizza prep table, operator removed.
21-12-4
41
Oct 10, 2022
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
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
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Studio Movie Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Studio Movie Grill on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Studio Movie Grill?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Studio Movie Grill.
How does Studio Movie Grill compare to other restaurants in Seminole?
Studio Movie Grill most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Seminole average of 71.
Has Studio Movie Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Studio Movie Grill 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 Studio Movie Grill 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 Studio Movie Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Studio Movie Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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