The Moon

1105 East Lafayette St, Tallahassee, FL 32301
American
Last inspected: May 30, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

The Moon appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated May 30, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “food stored on floor” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Tallahassee restaurant, which scores around 87. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 30, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go plastic cups stored on floor inside dry storage area. Operator properly placed cups during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of drinking water and boxes of can sodas stored on floor inside dry storage area. Operator properly placed food items 6 inches off the floor during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing signs at all hand sinks in bar area. Provided operator handwashing signs to post during time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
82
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
95
Feb 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed chillis inside walk in cooler to read 1/12/23. Manager discarded chillis. **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed chillis inside walk in cooler to read 1/12/23. Manager discarded chillis.
01B-13-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed bagged ice stored on floor in walk in freezer.
08B-12-5
67
Dec 13, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing hands inside four compartment sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil and sugar stored on floor inside dry storage. Manager removed oil from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on floor and door of walk in freezer.
14-69-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Moon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Moon on file is from May 30, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Moon?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Moon.

How does The Moon compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

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

Has The Moon's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Moon have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Moon 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 Moon inspected?

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