Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
58
Score
Going back to 2022, Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 16, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Sanford restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found -4 live, small flying insects in music venue area bar
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -inside of ice machine next to package walk-in cooler, operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -soapy water spray bottle lacking label, operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Faucet handle in disrepair at plumbing fixture. -hot water faucet handle in Suffering bar left side handwash sink
29-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -mop sink area, operator states repairs are scheduled **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -package walk-in cooler green shelves -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of fryers have an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
58
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Jun 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -raw chicken 45-47F stored in bottom of double door reach-in cooler, operator relocated to reach-in freezer to rapidly cool, retested 30 minutes later 43F **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -soda gun nozzle in main bar soiled -small white and green cutting board stained -inside of ice machine has an accumulation of has an accumulation of black and pink, mold-like substance
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sinks in "Suffering" bar area -handwash sink "Music Box" bar area, provided handwashing sign, operator restocked **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Light ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee bag hanging off of food storage rack, employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -mop sink room floor heavily soiled
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -floor at entrance to kitchen
36-17-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -handwash sinks in "Suffering" bar area -handwash sink "Music Box" bar area, provided handwashing sign **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
33-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of sugar container soiled -handwash sink next to mop sink soiled -mop sink soiled -walk-in cooler fan covers have an accumulation of dust/debris. -walk-in cooler door soiled
23-03-4
41
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
67
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Dec 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Feb 21, 2023
Routine - Food
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Over ice machine.
36-36-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. By kitchen.
36-11-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Buckets.
10-14-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cups on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
64
Oct 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge.
How does Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Sanford average of 77.
Has Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge 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 Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge is inspected around two times per year on average.
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