The West End Trading Co
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
78
Score
Inspectors have visited The West End Trading Co 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 5, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Among Sanford restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
78
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
May 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. -bar area triple sink quaternary ammonium tested 0ppm, operator changed sanitizer, retested 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -raw ground beef stored over unwashed limes, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in front prep area, operator restocked **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -multiple ice bins behind bar, employee relocated ice scoops **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -white cutting board on top of reach-in cooler in front prep area
14-09-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in dishwashing areas **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
58
Jan 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-17: **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. -QUATERNARY AMMONIA - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-17: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -reach-in freezer door gasket torn - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-17: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -floor across from flat top grill - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-17: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
74
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. -QUATERNARY AMMONIA
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -reach-in freezer door gasket torn
14-11-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -floor across from flat top grill
36-11-4
Basic - Light ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -Provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in triple sink area have an accumulation of grease, food debris, and black, mold-like substance
36-27-5
50
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets soiled and torn on reach-in cooler **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -above 3 compartment sink **Warning**
16-46-4
90
Dec 14, 2023
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks outside back door not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -soufflé cup used to dispense chili powder.
14-01-5
78
May 30, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-30: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear kitchen door and door behind stage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-30: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of ice machine soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-30: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
86
Mar 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans submitted and approved. Plans do not match what was submitted and approved. Plans must be resubmitted and approved. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear kitchen door and door behind stage. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of ice machine soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
74
Nov 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 11 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary strips needed. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Ware wash. **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. Added stove and fryer in a previous storage area. Hood and suppression system installed. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Ware wash. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple liquid. **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Maximum water temperature 80f, make line. **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained, make line. Soda guns soiled, front bar. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear doors. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. On top of ice bin, ice machine. **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Ware wash. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn, true freezer. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks outside rear door. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease. Fan covers soiled with dust, beer walk in cooler. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Souffle cups. **Warning**
25-05-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The West End Trading Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The West End Trading Co on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The West End Trading Co?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The West End Trading Co.
How does The West End Trading Co compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
The West End Trading Co most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sanford average of 77.
Has The West End Trading Co's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The West End Trading Co have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The West End Trading Co 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 West End Trading Co inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The West End Trading Co is inspected around three times per year on average.
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