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Tallahassee Democrat

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2 Leon County restaurants get perfect scores; 6 fail inspection

Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring warnings or administrative action, visit our Leon County restaurant inspections site . Here's the breakdown for recent health inspections in Leon County, Florida, for the week of Oct. 26-Nov. 1, 2026. Please note that some more recent, follow-up inspections may not be included here. You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name . Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as a 'snapshot' of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. For full restaurant inspection details, visit our Leon County restaurant inspection site . Which Leon County restaurants got perfect scores on their health inspections? These restaurants met all standards during their Oct. 26-Nov. 1 inspections and no violations were found. Ck Crabhouse

Leon County, FL · 3d

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South Georgia pizzeria to be featured as part of America’s Best Restaurants Roadshow

HAHIRA, Ga. (WALB) — A pizza place in Hahira is going to be featured on America’s Best Restaurants (ABR) Roadshow. The Slice Pizzeria, located in Hahira, will host a visit from America’s Best Restaurants as part of the roadshow. During the visit, the team with ABR Roadshow will do an extensive, on-camera interview with the owner of The Slice, Estel Powell, about the restaurant’s place in the community.

Hahira, GA · 21h
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This Georgia Restaurant Has A Buffet So Legendary That Locals Guard It Like A Secret Treasure

Some secrets are hard to keep, especially when the secret involves an entire buffet line of General Tso’s chicken. That’s the situation happening over at Chow Town Grill & Buffet in Valdosta, Georgia, a spot locals talk about like it’s a hidden treasure they’d rather not share with the whole internet.

Valdosta, GA · 1d
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Restaurant Report: Wing spot in Lakeland gets 65, popular Albany lemonade truck gets 100

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) —M & B’s Wings in Lakeland got a 65 on its food service inspection on Wednesday, Oct. 28. They received a total of 8 infractions, and they were all new violations. Most of the violations were corrected immediately as the food was discarded. Below is...

Albany, GA · 1d
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Fresh Start program connects Dougherty County families with fresh food

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) —A Better Way Grocers will host a kickoff event Thursday, Nov. 5, for its new Fresh Start Nutrition Ambassador program. The event will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Microbusiness Enterprise Center, located at 230 S. Jackson St. in Albany. The kickoff will be held in the conference room and will highlight the organization’s new partnership with Southwest Georgia Community Action Council Head Start and Early Head Start.

Dougherty County, GA · 1d

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Seven Old Florida Seafood Shacks Where Fried Mullet Has Been On The Menu For Generations

Fried mullet is one of the oldest flavors in Florida, and it still shows up on plates from the Panhandle to the Gulf Coast fishing villages. Long before fancy seafood spots took over the coast, small shacks and family kitchens served this salty, crispy fish with grits, hush puppies, and slaw.

Florida · 2d

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Nuts About Jackson County: Pecans, Peanuts & More

Although they may be a little harder to find than they used to be, no trip through the Florida Panhandle is complete without making at least one U-turn to stop at a roadside boiled peanut stand. The deep South is known for two nuts in particular, peanuts and pecans, and here in Jackson County, we’re proud to grow both. The holidays just wouldn’t be the same without our beloved pecans!

Jackson County, FL · 3d

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Doner Shack Kebab Chain Sets Prosper Address, Targets End-of-2026 Opening

Millstream at Cascades — Approximate Tallahassee Doner Shack Comparison. A British kebab chain making its first run at the U.S. market has staked out a Prosper address, with plans to open its doors by the end of 2026. Doner Shack is targeting 3740 W. University Drive, Suite 10, a spot near the corner of University Drive and Teel Parkway, according to a company representative.

Prosper, TX · 1d

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Aldi opening 2 Florida stores Oct. 29, 3 more in November

Discount grocery giant Aldi continues its Florida invasion, with five more Florida stores coming in the next few weeks to help stretch your shopping dollars . Stores in Madison and Zephyrhills open Thursday, Oct. 29, while more locations in Longwood, Sebring, and Tavares open Nov. 12. At each grand opening, the first 200 customers in line will get a Golden Ticket that could be worth up to $100, and an eco-friendly bag full of Aldi goodies. For the rest of the day, anyone can get a free Aldi shopping tote bag while supplies last. Doors open at 9 a.m., but the grand openings are generally at 8:45 a.m. Shop Aldi with Instacart Counting these locations, there will soon be 355 Aldi stores in Florida , more than in any other state. The German-owned chain has opened about 60 new locations here this year, on top of 60 in 2025, as part of its goal to reach 3,200 stores nationwide by the end of 2028. New Aldi stores opening in Florida Oct. 29 - Madison , at 729 West Base Street Oct. 29 - Zephyrhills , at 38901 County Road 54 Nov. 12 - Longwood , at 951 West State Road

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Feast On Florida’s Freshest Oysters At This Wonderfully Rustic Hole-In-The-Wall

There’s a painted cinderblock building in Perry, Florida, shaded by a massive old oak tree, and it just might serve the best oysters you’ll ever put in your mouth. Deal’s Famous Oyster House isn’t trying to impress you with fancy lighting or a hostess who calls you “darling,” and honestly, that’s exactly why you need to go.

Florida · 5d

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Two to Try: Field Guide

In May, the Michelin Guide announced that for the first time, they would cover restaurants all over the state of Florida. Two Tallahassee restaurants that opened four years ago and one mile apart were added to the list for their different cuisines that highlight their seasonal menus. The Huntsman. If...

Tallahassee, FL · 1d

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Let's Do Lunch! - Episode 20: Savour Executive Chef makes garlic and rosemary butter basted salmon

Tune in to today's episode of Let's Do Lunch!, featuring a premier fine-dining destination in downtown Tallahassee, Savour! Executive Chef Ashley Mayo stopped by to make a tasty dish.

Tallahassee, FL · 2d

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5 Best Restaurants in Tallahassee, Florida You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Tallahassee, Florida — a city where the oaks drip with Spanish moss and the air hums with the laughter of students, where the red-brick heart of the South beats alongside the rhythm of new arrivals, where every block is stitched with stories and the scent of something simmering. Here, the city’s soul is a patchwork: Seminole pride, Southern hospitality, and the vibrant pulse of a capital that never quite sits still. It’s a place where college kids and lifelong locals share the same sun, where food is both a memory and a promise, and where every meal feels like a homecoming.

Tallahassee, FL · 15d

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This Tiny Florida Drive-In Serves Up A Burger So Legendary, Locals Refuse To Eat Anywhere Else

Somewhere between the tourist traps and the chain restaurants, Florida is hiding some genuinely legendary food, and Graves Drive-In in Perry is one of the best examples of that. The locals already know this, which is why they keep showing up, and why you should too. Florida has a reputation...

Perry, FL · 7d

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Cherry Rankin shares her recipe for Buffalo Chicken Tailgate Pinwheels

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) -Looking for an appetizer your whole family will love? Cherry Rankin visited WCTV Studios to share a recipe for Buffalo Chicken Tailgate Pinwheels. Preheat oven: Set oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Prepare filling: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened...

Tallahassee, FL · 5d

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Tallahassee favorite Nach'Yo Nachos going to food truck format

Family-owned Nach'Yo Nachos – known for its customizable, topping-loaded nachos – is leaving its Railroad Square storefront in Tallahassee and taking its business on the road. "While we are transitioning away from our storefront, we are NOT closing our doors—we’re moving on up and taking the flavor on the road! We want to send a deep, heartfelt thank you to Railroad Square for providing us with our very first storefront over this past year," an Oct. 26 social media post said. "We have enjoyed every single minute spent in the district, growing with you all and serving our incredible community." Owner/founder Adrian Kershaw and her apprentices introduced their giant, decadent platters of nachos and much more on Oct. 1, 2025. For Kershaw, the business was about more than food. "It was giving my kids the opportunity to open up a business and have their own employment so they didn't have to worry about trying to find a job," she said. With over 30 years of management experience and an admiration for places like Publix Super Markets' customer service model, she knew this would be another way to bring her and kids together. It would provide flexible learning opportunities for other

Tallahassee, FL · 8d

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People Drive Across Florida Just For The Smoked Fish Spread At This Old Shack In Panacea

There’s a fish dip called the Hot Mess, and it blends cobia, tuna, and salmon with candied jalapeno. I’m sorry, but that name alone deserves a road trip. The fish gets smoked right on site over sweet hardwood in an outdoor pit. The smoke drifts toward the road, so your nose finds the place before your GPS does.

Florida · 8d

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Former owner of Tiffin Box opens new restaurant on Gaines Street

Wall Art inside of 2 Clucks Photo (Trinity Olivier /FAMUAN) After the closure of Tiffin Box, a fast casual Indian spot, last March, owner Anesh Bodasing was not ready to give up on the food business. Bodasing got together with his business partner Taylor Levy and wondered what would help...

Tallahassee, FL · 9d

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Fried Chicken And Homemade Pies Draw Families From All Over Florida To This Old Country Buffet

Fried chicken with a light hand on the breading is the quiet star of this buffet line. I like a kitchen that trusts the chicken to do the talking. The steam table keeps going from there. Okra, fried green tomatoes, gizzards, oxtails, and neck bones show up alongside mac and cheese and collard greens.

Tallahassee, FL · 20d

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Let's Do Lunch! - Episode 16: PhillyDeez NY Pizza

Tune in to today's episode of Let's Do Lunch!, featuring Tallahassee's big red food trailer delivering Italian-American comfort food!

Tallahassee, FL · 9d