GRILLE THE
509 E HARTFORD ST · HERNANDO · Citrus County · FL 344423347
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
12 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 8
01B-01-4High Priority – Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 6lb 8 oz can spaghetti sauce dented on bottom seam.
22-49-4High Priority – Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Outdoor dish machine reading 80F, manager called maintenance to come fix machine. Use of dish machine is discontinued until fixed. **Repeat Violation**
02C-01-5High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cranberry aeoli marked 11/24 in reach in cooler of prep area., see stop sale Cooked pasta on cook line in container dated 01/27. Manager stated that was the wrong label and pasta was cooked 02/04. Manager placed correct label on pasta. **Repeat Violation**
35A-04-4High Priority – Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2 rodent droppings in closet in dry storage area with ac unit next to dry storage. 3 mouse traps in closet. Manager cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-13-4High Priority – Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Open container of Browning sauce open in dry goods area, unsure how long it had been left opened, possibly 3 days. Cranberry aioli marked 11/24 in reach in cooler,prep kitchen, 2 cups.
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 53F 16 oz whipped cream outdoor bar reach in cooler 8 oz whipped cream reach in cooler outdoor bar 50F Ice cream frozen beverage mix 32oz **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 53F 16 oz whipped cream outdoor bar reach in cooler 8 oz whipped cream reach in cooler outdoor bar 50F, see stop sale Ice cream frozen beverage mix 32oz 48F, see stop sale **Repeat Violation**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of quaternary tables stored in handwash sink in main indoor bar. Manager moved. **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate 1
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun holsters behind bar soiled with light colored slim like substance. **Repeat Violation**
Basic 3
35A-03-4Basic – Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches in maintenance loses adjacent to storage room with ac unit. 2 dead roaches in closet in glue traps labeled 2. 3 dead roaches in water heater closet banquet kitchen 2 dead roaches in banquet kitchen on floor by oven. Manager cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrective Action Taken**
12B-07-4Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Water bottle above reach in on cook line. Manager moved. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outdoor dishwasher soiled with black mold like substance on interior of door and dish rack actively being used.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 16, 2026 12:19 PM.
Violation category totals
3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.