The Southern on 8
Going back to 2023, The Southern on 8 has 15 inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 3, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around 10 violations compared to roughly 13 violations earlier on.
Looking across the full record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the recurring theme, flagged nine times.
Among Clermont restaurants, the typical score is 68; The Southern on 8 is comfortably above that bar. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Southern on 8 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Southern on 8 on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Southern on 8?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at The Southern on 8.
How does The Southern on 8 compare to other restaurants in Clermont?
The Southern on 8 most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is higher than the Clermont average of 68.
Has The Southern on 8's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Southern on 8 have averaged around 10 violations per visit, down from roughly 13 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Southern on 8 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is The Southern on 8 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Southern on 8 is inspected around five times per year on average.