What is Central Buffet Kitchen's health inspection score?

Central Buffet Kitchen has a SafeDine safety score of 72 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Central Buffet Kitchen last inspected?

Central Buffet Kitchen was last inspected on July 29, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Central Buffet Kitchen have?

Central Buffet Kitchen has 24 total violations across 3 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Central Buffet Kitchen safe to eat at?

Central Buffet Kitchen has a good safety record with a score of 72/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Central Buffet Kitchen serve?

Central Buffet Kitchen serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Central Buffet Kitchen

Name: Central Buffet Kitchen
Address: 14350 WAX RD., SUITE 101, Central, 70818
Rating: 72

14350 WAX RD., SUITE 101, Central

Last inspected 10mo ago

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0Good

American

Better than 22% of american restaurants

Declining

3 inspections

Last: Jul 29, 2025

medium confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

11 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Handwashing

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Food storage

Food not properly stored or protected

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-32

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-18 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-7 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-11 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 68/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (72/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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Violation Timeline

Jul 2024

1 inspections

8 basic

Jul

Feb 2025

1 inspections

5 basic

Jul 2025

1 inspections

11 basic

Jul

Inspection History

3 records on file

3 Routine

Jul 25

Routine InspectionLatest

11 Basic

11 total

78/100inspection score

−22 pts

Basic (11)

−22 pts

HAND3109.1 - Hand wash lavatory is not accessible.−2
FOOD1501.4 - Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor.−2
NON-FOOD2501.2 - Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. Buildup on racks in reach-in cooler−2
OPENINGS3505.1 - Openings are not protected against the entry of rodents or insects. Back door is propped open−2
IN2519.2 - In use food utensils are not stored on a clean surface. Please do not store knives in crevices between tables.−2
FOOD1501.4 - Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor.−2
FOOD2501 - Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. Inside ice machine, fountain nozzles−2
HAND3109.5 - Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory.−2
FOOD1501.1 - Food is not stored in a clean, covered container. Open packages in dry food/bulk food storage area−2
IMPROPER1315 - Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed.−2
PERSONNEL911 - Employee was drinking in a food preparation or other area where food equipment, utensils or other items requiring protection were stored.−2

Base deductions−22 pts

Feb 25

Routine Inspection

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

EQUIPMENT2101.2 - Food scoop is constructed without a handle.−2
CLEAN2517.5 - Clean equipment/utensils are not stored covered or inverted.−2
FOOD1501.3 - Food is stored where it is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination−2
PERSONAL3903 - Employees’ personal care items are stored where food equipment, utensils, linens, single service items or single use items may be contaminated.−2
PROHIBITED1503 - Food is stored under a possible source of contamination.−2

Base deductions−10 pts

Jul 24

Routine Inspection

8 Basic

8 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

Basic (8)

−16 pts

FOOD1501.4 - Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor.−2
FOOD1501.3 - Food is stored where it is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination−2
FOOD1501.1 - Food is not stored in a clean, covered container. INSIDE TALL, 2 DOOR COOLER−2
LABEL1107 - Bulk containers are not properly labeled.−2
NON-FOOD2501.2 - Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.−2
HAND3109.8 - The hand wash lavatory is used for purpose other than hand washing.−2
FOOD1507 - Ready to eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on premises and held for more than 24 hours is not date marked.−2
LINEN/LAUNDRY,4111.2 - Moist cloths used for wiping spills on food contact surfaces are not stored in approved chemical sanitizer between uses.−2

Base deductions−16 pts

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Data source: Florida DBPR · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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