The Wildflower
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
39
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at The Wildflower, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 7, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 12 violations lately compared to roughly 10 violations before.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Restaurants in Sanford average 77, so The Wildflower trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -license expired 4/1/2026
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw pork stored over cooked shrimp in stainless steel stand-up reach-in cooler at the end of the kitchen, operator relocated the cooked shrimp **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -long cutting board on top of reach-in cooler is significantly stained -soda gun nozzle at entrance to bar is soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. -QUATERNARY AMMONIA
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink at rear of kitchen, operator restocked **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -plastic bowl stored in dry rice, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee backpack hanging off of the dry goods rack, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -lower shelf of prep table in kitchen
14-20-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -lowest shelf of dry goods rack, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
39
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
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
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
32
Jun 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breakers missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw mojo pork stored over tomato paste in stand up reach-in cooler, employee reorganized reach-in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. -employee rinsed hands in triple sink
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -Raul
53A-04-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -long, white cutting board on top of reach-in cooler stained -inside lower portion of reach-in cooler has an accumulation of grease and food debris
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -CHLORINE **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
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. -Adriana
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -2 tanks stored in hallway near back door
51-11-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles -sides of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Very slow draining water in handwash sink in rear of kitchen.
29-20-5
33
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -raw shell eggs stored over unwashed limes in stainless steel reach-in cooler
08A-04-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -employee touched raw beef with gloved hand, then began touching clean utensils and pot handle without changing glove
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handwash sink in beverage service area blocked by trash can, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -CHLORINE
16-37-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -sides of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. -employee using soiled wiping cloth to wipe hands instead of washing hands
21-10-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -sugar container lacking label, operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both unisex bathrooms
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -bowls inside sugar/rice containers, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in both unisex bathrooms .
32-12-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted, operator posted **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -handwash sink at rear entrance to kitchen
33-38-4
39
Mar 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Nov 17, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. -provided consumer advisory sign via email **Corrective Action Taken**
02A-01-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -Used FoodHandlerSolutions
53B-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards on make lines **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -on make line **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -in storage area near water heater.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under equipment in kitchen
36-73-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
58
Apr 11, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained.
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
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen.
36-36-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Wildflower last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Wildflower on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Wildflower?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Wildflower.
How does The Wildflower compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
The Wildflower most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Sanford average of 77.
Has The Wildflower's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Wildflower have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Wildflower means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is The Wildflower inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Wildflower is inspected around two times per year on average.
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