The Friar Tuck
Last inspected: Oct 3, 2025
50
Score
The Friar Tuck has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The Friar Tuck was last inspected on Oct 3, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near nine violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited nine times.
The Friar Tuck's latest score of 50 falls below the Clermont average of 68. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of microwave on cook line
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Ceiling/tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -throughout the kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -handle on oven doors at end of cook line -reach in cooler on cook line **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -back storage area and bar **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under ice machine
36-73-4
Basic - Grease buildup on receptacle and/or pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -top of ice machine
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -filters on hood suppression filters over fryers -gaskets and fans in walk in beer cooler -gaskets on walk in freezer and cooler
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -under beer taps at bar **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Water leaking from faucet/handle in ladies restroom.
29-11-4
50
Mar 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior fryer vat -microwave on cook line - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-26: interior fryer vat **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-26: **Time Extended**
16-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -reach in cooler on cook line - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-26: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -interior of fryer cabinets -exterior sides of fryers - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-26: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
78
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found -10+ flying insects in mop sink area **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior fryer vat -microwave on cook line
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -fruit slice in bar hand sink
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -at 3 hand sinks in kitchen
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -turned off at two hand sinks in kitchen. Operator turned on. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. -employee on cook line
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -reach in cooler on cook line
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in bar by dish machine **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -mop sink drain -floor in dry storage
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -interior of fryer cabinets -exterior sides of fryers
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-coolers in bar. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Water leaking from faucet on two hand sinks in kitchen
29-11-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. -raw chicken and cooked ground beef in walk in cooler
08B-12-5
37
Nov 1, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. -reach in cooler on cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under fryers and other equipment on cook line - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on walk in cooler -exterior walk in cooler, walk in freezer door. -filters on hood suppression system -interior fryer cabinets **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: filters on hood suppression system -interior fryer cabinets **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-01: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
74
Oct 30, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 18 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. 0 ppm at bar **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -numerous flying insects near mop sink and dry storage area. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cream cheese (48F - Cold Holding); butter (47F - Cold Holding); raw cod (50F - Cold Holding); potato salad (49F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (48F - Cold Holding), held less than four hours per operation. Operator moved to walk in freezer for quick chill. Recheck: cream cheese42F, butter 40 F, raw cod 41F, potato salad 46F, coleslaw 46F **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -bottle of blue liquid on bar. Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -egg items on breakfast menu. Operator corrected each menu. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Repeat Violation**
16-23-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout the kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean knives or equipment stored in dirty pan on cook line. Operator replaced pan and cleaned knives. **Corrected On-Site**
24-06-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. -reach in cooler on cook line.
14-74-7
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. -reach in beer cooler in bar.
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -oven door handles in kitchen.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door and side door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in bar. Operator squeeqee'd area. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under fryers and other equipment on cook line
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on walk in cooler -exterior walk in cooler, walk in freezer door. -filters on hood suppression system -interior fryer cabinets **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-coolers on cook line and bar.
29-49-6
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout the kitchen.
36-27-5
27
Jul 3, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on reach in cooler on cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-02: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-03: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Jul 2, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-02: **Time Extended**
50-08-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on reach in cooler on cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-02: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. -hand sink on cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-02: Faucet on order **Time Extended**
29-08-4
78
Jun 28, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - 8 flying insects in mop sink area **Warning**
35A-09-4
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning**
50-08-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -slicer in kitchen **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -in kitchen **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - 2 Lights not functioning under hood suppression system **Warning**
36-62-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Warning**
16-23-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. **Warning**
16-55-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on reach in cooler on cook line **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Interior of microwave on cook line and front line has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on walk in cooler **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. -hand sink on cook line **Warning**
29-08-4
43
Sep 26, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Three Live, small flying insects in kitchen by mop sink **Repeat Violation**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded cheddar 48 Crumbled blue cheese 47 Cole slaw 50 Less than four hours Removed from cooler and placed in walk in cooler 20 minutes later Shredded cheddar 41 Crumbled blue cheese 40 Cole slaw 43 **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. On prep table next to oven with spices **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb by reach in freezer by fryer **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Aprons and gloves in hand sink in dish room **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Quart measuring cup and whisk in hand sink on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Back of fryers on cooks line
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen areas **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cold tables on cooks linen
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by fryer
14-69-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ledge of ice machine **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Light not functioning 1)Over 4 eyes oven on cooks line 2) main walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
36-62-4
29
Mar 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 near beer cooler, two in dish machine area.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb next to chest freezer.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - interior of ice machine - interior of double ovens at cooks line **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Test kit for measuring the concentration of the sanitizing solution not used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or employee unaware of proper use, kit expired March 2021
16-43-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust throughout kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner, silverware stored food contact surface up.
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, white boards on cooks lines. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting of clean plastic wares over prep station
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water at bar, near mop sink and outside walk in freezer.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Light not functioning in fryer hood
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - interior of fryer cabinets - stove burners encrusted
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues at juice station
22-16-4
Basic - Unwashed tomatoes and mushrooms stored over ready-to-eat cabbage in walk in cooler.
08B-17-4
32
Dec 13, 2022
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 8 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 29 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored over prep table in kitchen **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 in dish machine area, 1 in front counter area and one near walk in cooler. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Ra meat over cooked sausage in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than four hours. Operator moved to walk in to quick chill Cheddar cheese ( 51F - cold holding) cream cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cheese crumbles (53F - Cold Holding) **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than 4 hours under cooked bacon (83F - Hot Holding) moved to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Oven cleaner stored next to breading Aerosol paint stored next to silverware Chemical spray bottles stored on reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink in mens and ladies restrooms. 76-77F **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior fryer Interior oven Soda gun soiled **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times blocked y potato cleaner. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
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 soap provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Wings per operator from Saturday no date mark. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout establishment **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable throughout **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside near restrooms. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk in freezer and cooler **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood excessively soiled. Gaskets throughout soiled Interior fryer Exterior of dishracks Soda gun holster soiled. Exterior of mop bucket **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored on floor by r machine **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice cream walk in freezer. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed potatoes over ready to eat bread in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout establishment **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor worn next to coffee station **Warning**
36-10-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Friar Tuck last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Friar Tuck on file is from Oct 3, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Friar Tuck?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at The Friar Tuck.
How does The Friar Tuck compare to other restaurants in Clermont?
The Friar Tuck most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Clermont average of 68.
Has The Friar Tuck's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Friar Tuck have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Friar Tuck means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is The Friar Tuck inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Friar Tuck is inspected around four times per year on average.
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