Sanford, Seminole County

H&M RESTAURANT

2016 S FRENCH AVE, Sanford, FL 32771

FoodSeating
Latest violations
6
1 High Priority
Mar 31, 2026
City
Sanford
County
Seminole
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
11

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Mar 31, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 6

22-41-4

Detail 24479911

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -tested 3x, 10ppm, operator changed sanitizer solution, retested 50ppm Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 24479912

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -interior of microwave in rear storage area

14-01-5

Detail 24479909

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -multiple bowls stored sugar container, operator removed Corrected On-Site

36-32-5

Detail 24479910

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tiles over front service area have apparent water damage

51-13-4

Detail 24479908

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -operator posted Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 24479907

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of white chest reach-in freezer -exterior of microwaves

Nov 5, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 5Total: 10

03A-02-5

Detail 24171611

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked potatoes 58F, per operator less than 1 hour stored on cookline next to fryer, operator relocated to steam table to rapidly reheat Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

03F-02-5

Detail 24171608

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. -raw shell eggs, operator marked time Corrected On-Site

11-27-4

Detail 24171609

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 Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 24171605

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -evidence that the handwash sink in the kitchen is being used as a dump sink, food debris present

11-26-1

Detail 24171606

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. -Elder, provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement Corrective Action Taken

33-29-4

Detail 24171612

Basic - Grease receptacle lid open. Corrected On-Site

51-13-4

Detail 24171603

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster Corrective Action Taken

21-03-4

Detail 24171604

Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together.

21-07-4

Detail 24171610

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. -tested 0ppm

21-38-4

Detail 24171607

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.

Apr 16, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 4

03A-02-5

Detail 23708960

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cut cabbage 58F, per operator stored on prep table less than 1 hour, operator relocated to reach-in cooler to rapidly cool Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

02C-02-5

Detail 23708958

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cooked green beans and macaroni and cheese lacking date marking

40-06-5

Detail 23708957

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee clothing stored on top of ice machine, operator removed Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 23708959

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of microwave over handwash sink has a light accumulation of grease and food debris

Sep 25, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 6

12A-07-5

Detail 23174601

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.

03A-02-5

Detail 23174599

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -raw shell eggs ambient air temperature 71F and pancake mix 79F, per operator less than 2 hours stored on top of prep table, operator placed under Time As Public Health Control Corrective Action Taken

22-02-4

Detail 23174597

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of microwave in front service area has a light accumulation of food debris

24-05-4

Detail 23174600

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -pots and pans, operator inverted Corrected On-Site

40-06-5

Detail 23174598

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee speaker stored on top of reach-in cooler, operator removed Corrected On-Site

21-12-4

Detail 23174596

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -multiple wet wiping cloths stored in stainless steel bowl

Jan 10, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 6Total: 6

32-04-4

Detail 22553756

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both bathrooms Repeat Violation

32-12-5

Detail 22553753

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

40-06-5

Detail 22553757

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee cell phone above prep table in kitchen Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 22553755

Basic - Food stored on floor. -pickle bucket in storeroom Repeat Violation

10-08-5

Detail 22553754

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -corrected by operator Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 22553758

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of ice machine soiled Repeat Violation

Jul 14, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 13Total: 17

41-05-4

Detail 22122218

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. -can of Raid on floor near hand sink

03B-01-6

Detail 22122220

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -sausage patty 90 minutes per operator 108-121F Operator placed back on flattop to reheat, rechecked 30 minutes later 194f Corrected On-Site

11-27-4

Detail 22122212

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. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 22122222

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -slicer in kitchen

32-04-4

Detail 22122223

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both women's and men's bathroom doors

36-34-5

Detail 22122221

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -vent and tiles over kitchen entrance

24-05-4

Detail 22122214

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -stainess pots and pans on storage shelf

12B-07-4

Detail 22122224

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -water bottle on drink service table

40-06-5

Detail 22122216

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone at prep table

35B-01-4

Detail 22122213

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 22122208

Basic - Food stored on floor. -pickle bucket in storeroom

10-08-5

Detail 22122217

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Corrected On-Site

51-13-4

Detail 22122219

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 22122211

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -microwave exterior

25-32-4

Detail 22122210

Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. -plastic gallon jugs

25-05-4

Detail 22122215

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. - coffee filters on floor Corrected On-Site

21-12-4

Detail 22122209

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -cloth at sink in kitchen

Jan 11, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 4Total: 4

32-12-5

Detail 21689001

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

14-09-4

Detail 21688998

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line.

35B-01-4

Detail 21689000

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear kitchen door.

23-03-4

Detail 21688999

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of ice machine soiled.

Jul 28, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 6

22-41-4

Detail 21227507

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm.

53A-03-7

Detail 21227510

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Juan Rivas, expired 04/19/2021.

14-11-5

Detail 21227508

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn make line reach in cooler.

35B-01-4

Detail 21227509

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear kitchen door.

23-03-4

Detail 21227511

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled, make line reach in cooler.

08B-12-5

Detail 21227512

Basic - Stored food not covered. Reach in cooler.

Jan 18, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 8

03B-01-6

Detail 20790668

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line: Pork (121f - Hot Holding); sauce (119f - Hot Holding). Advised to reheat to 165f for 15 seconds.

31A-09-4

Detail 20790669

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Eggs in sink. Corrected On-Site

32-04-4

Detail 20790666

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

32-12-5

Detail 20790671

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

14-09-4

Detail 20790667

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line unit.

14-11-4

Detail 20790673

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn, make line unit.

35B-01-4

Detail 20790670

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear kitchen door.

23-03-4

Detail 20790672

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dish washer racks soiled. Gasket soiled, Reach in Cooler, front counter.

Aug 25, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

03A-02-5

Detail 20456415

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make line unit: ham (46°F - Cold Holding), stacked to high. Item moved to bottom of unit. Reach in Cooler: butter (62°F - Cold Holding); cut melon (45°F - Cold Holding). Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-25: Temperatures: ham 45f, (item moved to bottom of cooler), butter 41f, 42f. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken

29-42-4

Detail 20456416

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker removed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-25: Time Extended

16-21-4

Detail 20456417

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-25: Time Extended

32-04-4

Detail 20456414

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-25: Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 20456418

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear kitchen door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-25: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 20456419

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dishwasher racks soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-25: Time Extended

Aug 24, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 9

03A-02-5

Detail 20452193

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make line unit: ham (46°F - Cold Holding), stacked to high. Item moved to bottom of unit. Reach in Cooler: butter (62°F - Cold Holding); cut melon (45°F - Cold Holding). Corrective Action Taken Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 20452198

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line: sausage 120f. Advised to reheat to 165f for 15 seconds within two hours. Warning

29-42-4

Detail 20452196

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker removed. Warning

53A-05-6

Detail 20452191

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Five employee working at time of inspection. Warning

16-21-4

Detail 20452192

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning

32-04-4

Detail 20452194

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Warning

24-05-4

Detail 20452197

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pans and plates. Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 20452199

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear kitchen door. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 20452195

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dishwasher racks soiled. Warning