The Sullivan Public House
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
90
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at The Sullivan Public House, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 9, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average for Sanford sits at 77, putting The Sullivan Public House on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -establishment remodeled and moved their kitchen to a licensed facility next door **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-09: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
90
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82
Jan 14, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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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. -tested 3x 0ppm, repair technician ran new sanitizer line, retested 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink at entrance to bar
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink at entrance to bar
31B-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in upstairs reach-in freezers.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -handwash sink at entrance to bar, provided handwashing signs **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler fan covers have an accumulation of dust/debris
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off. -open pvc pipe underneath bar
29-05-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface from underneath handwash sink at entrance to bar
29-03-4
55
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Jun 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Line cook not certified
53B-13-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -door gaskets to the make cooler are ripped
14-11-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in the mop sink
42-01-4
82
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of brown substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided one to operator via email **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
86
Feb 27, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained. Make line.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary strips needed.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
53B-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Yellow liquid.
41-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line.
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dishwasher racks soiled. Fan covers, walk in cooler, soiled with dust. Hood filters soiled with grease. Dry storage shelves rusted.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
52
Oct 27, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained, make line.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dishwasher racks soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line.
14-09-4
61
Jul 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Sullivan Public House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Sullivan Public House on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Sullivan Public House?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Sullivan Public House.
How does The Sullivan Public House compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
The Sullivan Public House most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Sanford average of 77.
Has The Sullivan Public House's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Sullivan Public House have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Sullivan Public House 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 Sullivan Public House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Sullivan Public House is inspected around two times per year on average.
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