The Station Bar and Grub
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
55
Score
The Station Bar and Grub appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 8, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around nine violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited four times.
The city-wide average sits at 77, which The Station Bar and Grub's 55 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Aug 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Apr 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -license expired 4/1/2025, operator paid renewal during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. -one on ledge above open ice bin in bar area, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -blue solution spray bottle lacking label
41-17-4
Intermediate - Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. -bar dishwasher 90F **Repeat Violation**
16-53-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -white cutting boards stained -inside of ice machine has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance -soda nozzles in beverage service area heavily soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink at far end of bar being used to store bucket of candy, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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/ -Chef Ryan arrived during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling vent over triple sink
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
16-13-5
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
35B-08-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -handles of scoops in both chips and flour containers
10-01-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -bar area dishwasher racks soiled -reach-in freezer door gaskets soiled -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -handwash sink at entrance to kitchen soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall over triple sink has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance -stainless steel wall behind cooking equipment **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
27
Nov 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
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
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
32
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -sliced cheese in reach in under grill 47F and 49F. Less than 1 hour in drawer per operator. Removed by operator to walk in cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -both hand sinks in bar
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -hand sink in bar blocked by boxes
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -one handsink in bar **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -handles and gaskets of reach in freezers located in mop sink area
23-24-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -buckets in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -flour, sugar **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
55
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. -emailed plan to operator **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of soda gun at bar soiled
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling vent in dish area soiled
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under bar counters **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of soda machine next to kitchen -exterior of ice machine next to kitchen
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
67
Apr 19, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-19: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear hallway door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-19: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment, kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-19: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
86
Apr 12, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. All expired. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test strips needed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
13-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear hallway door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment, kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dishwasher racks soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-12: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
55
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler drawers: cooked chicken wings (45F - Cold Holding). Item moved to freezer. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Bibb under hand sink, cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained, make line.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar, dump sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as a scoop, flour. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Tongs on oven door. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dish washer racks, lime build up.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
41
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Station Bar and Grub last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Station Bar and Grub on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Station Bar and Grub?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Station Bar and Grub.
How does The Station Bar and Grub compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
The Station Bar and Grub most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Sanford average of 77.
Has The Station Bar and Grub's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Station Bar and Grub have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Station Bar and Grub 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 Station Bar and Grub inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Station Bar and Grub is inspected around three times per year on average.
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