Vale Food Co
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Vale Food Co 16 times, with records going back to 2022. On Feb 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Among Tallahassee restaurants, the typical score is 87; Vale Food Co is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
16
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Feb 18, 2026
Complaint Partial
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand sinks in kitchen and bathrooms reading 75F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-28: Triple sink hot water is 117F, hand sinks in kitchen are temping at 71F. Manager stated the plumber is waiting for a regulator part and replacing as soon as it comes in. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-10: Both handsinks on kitchen Line temps at 71F. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Hand sinks in kitchen both read 72F, General manager stated plumber will be out today to replace part. **Time Extended**
27-16-4
90
Feb 10, 2026
Complaint Partial
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand sinks in kitchen and bathrooms reading 75F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-28: Triple sink hot water is 117F, hand sinks in kitchen are temping at 71F. Manager stated the plumber is waiting for a regulator part and replacing as soon as it comes in. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-10: Both handsinks on kitchen Line temps at 71F. **Time Extended**
27-16-4
90
Jan 28, 2026
Complaint Partial
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand sinks in kitchen and bathrooms reading 75F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-28: Triple sink hot water is 117F, hand sinks in kitchen are temping at 71F. Manager stated the plumber is waiting for a regulator part and replacing as soon as it comes in. **Time Extended**
27-16-4
90
Jan 27, 2026
Complaint Partial
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Beverage Ice dispenser chute located in dining room has build up of debris mold like substance.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand sinks in kitchen and bathrooms reading 75F. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. ceiling tiles has dust accumulated on kitchen line. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
78
Jan 5, 2026
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Front kitchen ceiling tiles has grease debris build up. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
95
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pitcher in handwashing sink on kitchen line. Manager removed and placed at dish tank. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed kitchen tiles with dust/grease build up on them above kitchen line and prep room tables.
36-34-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls in kitchen by triple sink dirty and mold like substance on them.
36-27-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice handle in ice machine with ice over the handle. AD removed ice scoop and took to dish area. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open drink cup with liquid on shelf above prep table on cook line. Manager threw away cup in trash can. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
67
Mar 19, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil stored in food container with handle touching flour. Manager removed utensil. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
95
Sep 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pico de gallo cold holding at 53F. Operator placed food item in walk in cooler during time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents accumulated with dust on front line.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board at prep line.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on prep table located in kitchen.
40-06-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at hand sink on front line and hand sink in back preparation area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers gaskets accumulated with mold like substance located at Super Food Station.
22-16-4
67
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
90
Feb 26, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: Observed uncompleted Hospitality Resource Supply Inc. food handler training certificates. Per manager group food handler training scheduled for this weekend. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
90
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks. Observed employee begin to serve food without putting on gloves.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed used rags inside hand wash sink next to prep table.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed food pans wet nesting in back dish area. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at hand wash sink on frontline.
29-11-4
55
Feb 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located but the cooks line. Observed the manager place paper towels at the hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet plastic containers on a storage rack by the three compartment sink not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed the manager remove the wet containers from on top of each other so they can properly air dry. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
86
Sep 29, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Sep 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area on opposite side of hot bar added. 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: No plan review submitted and approved. Spoke with operator, operator stated he will plan to submit in mid August. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: Establishment changed management. Manager stated they will apply for remodel on 9-7-22. **Time Extended**
51-14-7
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Vale Food Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Vale Food Co on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Vale Food Co?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Vale Food Co.
How does Vale Food Co compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
Vale Food Co most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tallahassee average of 87.
Has Vale Food Co's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Vale Food Co have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Vale Food 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 Vale Food Co inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Vale Food Co is inspected around five times per year on average.
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