Alva — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Alva, Florida has 9 food establishments with 145 inspections on record. The pass rate is 50%, below the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 5.9 violations per visit.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Take Out Cafeteria | 39 | 355 | 1 |
| Leo's French Toast House | 40 | 266 | 1 |
| Caloosa Grill | 18 | 119 | 1 |
| Alva Country Diner | 35 | 246 | 0 |
| Bunker Bar | 11 | 31 | 0 |
Alva Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Alva Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porch Bar & Grille | 6 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Alva Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 2,212 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 1,476 |
| 10 | Approved food source | 1,475 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 1,238 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 1,235 |
Alva Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Alva Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Other fire safety violation | 4 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 2 |
Alva Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Alva has 3 FDACS-regulated facilities with 4 inspections on record and 1 stop-sale orders issued.
Alva FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Handy-food-store-0086-35669 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… |
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Alva FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
Alva: Notable Restaurants
Alva Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Alva?
- Alva, Florida has 9 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Alva?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Alva is 50%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
- What are the most common health violations in Alva?
- The most frequently cited violations in Alva are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Approved food source.
- How does Alva compare to the Florida state average?
- Alva has a pass rate of 50%, which is 35.9 percentage points below the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 5.9 compared to the state average of 4.66.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Alva?
- Food establishments in Alva have an average of 16.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Alva been assessed?
- Food establishments in Alva have been assessed $2,720 in fines across 9 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $302 and the largest single fine was $400.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Alva restaurants?
- 6 fire safety violations have been documented across 3 food establishments in Alva. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Alva inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Alva, Florida has 3 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 4 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Alva?
- FDACS has issued 1 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Alva. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Alva Restaurants & Food Establishments (9)
Take Out Cafeteria 1 closure
21870 PALM BEACH BLVD, Alva
39 inspections · 355 violations · Last: Mar 2026Leo's French Toast House 1 closure
19581 PALM BEACH BLVD, Alva
40 inspections · 266 violations · Last: May 2026Caloosa Grill 1 closure
3500 RIVER HALL PKWY, Alva
18 inspections · 119 violations · Last: Mar 2026Alva Country Diner
21200 SR 80, Alva
35 inspections · 246 violations · Last: Mar 2026Bunker Bar
3350 RIVER HALL PKWY, Alva
11 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Mar 2026Porch Bar & Grille
19575 TERRAWALK CIRCLE, Alva
2 inspections · 6 violations · Last: May 2026Handy Food Store # 0086 FDACS Retail
21321 Palm Beach Blvd, Alva
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceRobin Oestreich Ocean Grown Farms FDACS Retail
17440 Taylor RD, Alva
FDACS Retail Food · Other Perishable ProcessingDicks Alva Market LLC FDACS Retail
18500 Palm Beach Blvd, Alva
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice