Throwbacks
Last inspected: Oct 20, 2025
82
Score
Throwbacks has been inspected four times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 20, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 11 violations to closer to four violations per visit.
“Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Throwbacks' latest score of 82 sits above the Sanford average of 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
82
Jan 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Basic - Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
33-23-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -handwash sink in rear prep area -handwash sink in bar area
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lids.
33-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin, operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's bathroom
32-04-4
64
Jan 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
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. -provided form to operator **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
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. -provided form to operator **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -door across from men's room **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -kitchen, under bar and walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -in bar **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -ice bins in bar **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -pizza oven **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided to operator **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -handwash sink on cook line and behind bar
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -underside of reach-in cooler lid soiled -lower shelf of pizza make table soiled -exterior of reach in cooler soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -pizza boxes stored on floor **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
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. -around pizza oven
36-27-5
39
Oct 28, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cut board stained. Make line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Kitchen, must be reinstalled with hot and cold running water and connected to establishment's waste water system. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
31A-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap that opens to the outside. Door across from restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under bar and walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Behind bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Sink must be reinstalled with hot and cold running water and connected to the establishment's waste water system. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
29-27-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Throwbacks last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Throwbacks on file is from Oct 20, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Throwbacks?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Throwbacks.
How does Throwbacks compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
Throwbacks most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Sanford average of 77.
Has Throwbacks' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Throwbacks have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Throwbacks 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 Throwbacks inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Throwbacks is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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