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The Grille

900 S Hampton Blvd, Auburndale, FL 33823
American
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The Grille appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. On Mar 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Looking across the full record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Auburndale restaurant scores 88. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Feb 25, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
22-41-4
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.
53B-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
74
Nov 4, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
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.
53B-01-5
82
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in display case in dining area.
22-16-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and behind equipment in kitchen.
36-73-4
78
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pitcher in sink at bar, employee removed pitcher. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets with food debris in reach in cooler near ice machine.
23-03-4
86
Aug 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
95
Mar 22, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in oven under stove top.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in flip top unit on cookline.
23-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind cookline equipment.
36-73-4
86
Sep 23, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over coleslaw in display case operator removed chicken from display case. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
22-41-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in oven. Operator cleaned oven. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Grille last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Grille on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Grille?

Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Grille.

How does The Grille compare to other restaurants in Auburndale?

The Grille most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Auburndale average of 88.

Has The Grille's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Grille 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 The Grille inspected?

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

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