How many restaurants are in Apopka?

Apopka, Florida has 229 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Apopka?

The current pass rate for food establishments in Apopka is 85.3%. The Florida state average is 86%.

How many restaurants were shut down in Apopka this year?

5 food establishments in Apopka have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.

What are the most common health violations in Apopka?

The most frequently cited violations in Apopka are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.

Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Apopka?

Taco Bell has the most locations in Apopka with 4 establishments.

What was the most recent restaurant closure in Apopka?

No 1 Chinese Restaurant in Apopka was shut down on April 8, 2026 for roach activity.

How does Apopka compare to the Florida state average?

Apopka has a pass rate of 85.3%, which is 0.7 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 6.6 compared to the state average of 4.67.

How often are restaurants inspected in Apopka?

Food establishments in Apopka have an average of 9.8 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.

How much in fines have restaurants in Apopka been assessed?

Food establishments in Apopka have been assessed $37,255 in fines across 89 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $428 and the largest single fine was $2,700.

How many fire safety violations have been found in Apopka restaurants?

32 fire safety violations have been documented across 20 food establishments in Apopka. The most common issue is propane tank stored inside building.

Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Apopka 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. Apopka, Florida has 104 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 241 inspections on record.

How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Apopka?

FDACS has issued 252 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Apopka, including 87 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

Apopka — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

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Creator: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
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Overview

Apopka, Florida has 229 food establishments with 2,241 inspections on record. 5 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 85.3%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 6.6 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: No 1 Chinese Restaurant in Apopka, shut down April 8, 2026 for roach activity.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to King Buffet in Apopka on February 12, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

229Facilities

2,241Total Inspections

5Closures 2026

85.3%Pass Rate

6.6Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

Business	Inspections	Violations	Closures
No 1 Chinese Restaurant	38	445	6
Robinson's Restaurant	41	521	5
Taqueria Taco Riendo	28	296	3
Reggae Riddim Jamaican Restaurant	39	455	2
King Buffet	37	596	1

Apopka Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Apopka 85.3% Pass Rate 85.3%

Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%

Apopka 6.6 Avg Violations / Inspection 6.6

Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7

Apopka 2.18 Closures per 100 Facilities 2.18

Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Apopka Restaurants: Recent Closures (4)

Date	Business	Reason
Apr 8, 2026	No 1 Chinese Restaurant	Roach activity
Apr 7, 2026	Rosati's Pizza Pub Apopka	Fly activity
Apr 1, 2026	Pho Que 91	Roach activity
Feb 27, 2026	Checkers 6328	Fly activity

Apopka Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

Date	Business	Violations	Result
May 7	Just Like Momma's Soul Food and Wings	3	Call Back - Complied
Apr 30	Sonny's Real Pit Bar B Q	9	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Apr 30	Checkers 6328	1	Call Back - Complied
Apr 29	Checkers 6328	3 (1 high)	Warning Issued
Apr 29	Just Like Momma's Soul Food and Wings	4	Call Back - Extension given, pending
Apr 20	Chipotle Mexican Grill	3	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Apr 16	China Wok Chinese Restaurant	8 (1 high)	Call Back - Complied
Apr 16	Marcos Pizza	4	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Apr 10	Dunkin Donuts 215	6	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Apr 9	No 1 Chinese Restaurant	7 (1 high)	Emergency Order Callback Complied

Apopka Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Code	Violation	Citations
14	Food contact surfaces	36,318
36	Proper ventilation	31,665
22	Consumer advisory	19,670
23	Chemical properly stored	19,149
31	Clean multi-use utensils	17,887

Apopka Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

89Actions on Record

$37,255Total Fines

$428Avg Fine

$2,700Largest Fine

44Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

Date	Business	Fine	Case
Feb 12, 2026	King Buffet	$800	4--2026003149
Apr 23, 2026	Checkers 6328	$400	4--2026016420
Jun 9, 2025	Original Maryland Fried Chicken	$320	4--2025038689
Jul 22, 2025	King Buffet	$200	4--2025047333
Apr 2, 2026	El Taco Fiesta	$160	4--2026011151
Jun 25, 2025	Robinson's Restaurant	$0	4--2025043298

Apopka Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

32Fire Violations

20Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

Issue	Citations
Propane tank stored inside building	10
Exit blocked or locked	10
Fire extinguisher in red zone	6
Other fire safety violation	4
Cooking without hood suppression	2

Apopka 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. Apopka has 104 FDACS-regulated facilities with 241 inspections on record and 252 stop-sale orders issued.

104Retail Facilities

241FDACS Inspections

252Stop-Sale Orders

87Orders in 2026

Apopka 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
Jan 15, 2026	Horizon-smoke-shop-420558	Brand Name: (Lot #:)	500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Jan 15, 2026	Horizon-smoke-shop-420558	Brand Name: (Lot #:)	500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Jan 15, 2026	Horizon-smoke-shop-420558	Brand Name: (Lot #:)	500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Jan 15, 2026	Horizon-smoke-shop-420558	Brand Name: (Lot #:)	500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Jan 15, 2026	Horizon-smoke-shop-420558	Brand Name: (Lot #:)	500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Jan 15, 2026	Horizon-smoke-shop-420558	Brand Name: (Lot #:)	500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Jan 15, 2026	Horizon-smoke-shop-420558	Brand Name: (Lot #:)	500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Jan 15, 2026	Horizon-smoke-shop-420558	Brand Name: (Lot #:)	500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Jan 15, 2026	Horizon-smoke-shop-420558	Brand Name: (Lot #:)	581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Jan 15, 2026	Horizon-smoke-shop-420558	Brand Name: (Lot #:)	581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing

Browse all FDACS stop-sale order categories →

Apopka FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

Code	Violation	Citations
2-501.11	Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when	25
3-501.16(A)(2)	Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below	16
6-501.11	Physical facilities not maintained in good repair	16
5-205.11	Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee	15
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3)	Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing	14

Browse all FDACS violation codes →

Apopka Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

Chain	Locations	Stop-Sale Orders	Citations
7-Eleven	4	84	2,422
Winn-Dixie	3	170	584
Starbucks	3	77	1,170
Wawa	2	14	430
Walgreens	2	1	743
Publix	2	30	875
The Hemp Dispensary	1	14	18
Aldi	1	2	310

All Florida retail food chains →

About FDACS Retail Food Inspections →

Apopka: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

Chain	Locations	Violations	Closures
Taco Bell	4	174	0
Wendys	3	453	0
McDonalds	3	162	1
Subway	3	159	0
Burger King	2	143	0
Chipotle	2	104	1
Jersey Mikes	2	109	0
Chilis	2	331	0
Marcos Pizza	2	87	0
Firehouse Subs	2	105	0

Apopka Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Apopka?: Apopka, Florida has 229 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Apopka?: The current pass rate for food establishments in Apopka is 85.3%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Apopka this year?: 5 food establishments in Apopka have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Apopka?: The most frequently cited violations in Apopka are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Apopka?: Taco Bell has the most locations in Apopka with 4 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Apopka?: No 1 Chinese Restaurant in Apopka was shut down on April 8, 2026 for roach activity.
How does Apopka compare to the Florida state average?: Apopka has a pass rate of 85.3%, which is 0.7 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 6.6 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Apopka?: Food establishments in Apopka have an average of 9.8 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Apopka been assessed?: Food establishments in Apopka have been assessed $37,255 in fines across 89 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $428 and the largest single fine was $2,700.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Apopka restaurants?: 32 fire safety violations have been documented across 20 food establishments in Apopka. The most common issue is propane tank stored inside building.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Apopka 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. Apopka, Florida has 104 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 241 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Apopka?: FDACS has issued 252 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Apopka, including 87 in 2026. 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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Apopka — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Most-Inspected Facilities

Apopka Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Apopka Restaurants: Recent Closures (4)

Apopka Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

Apopka Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Apopka Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

Apopka Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

Apopka Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

Apopka FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

Apopka FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

Apopka Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

Apopka: Notable Restaurants

No 1 Chinese Restaurant

Robinson's Restaurant

Taqueria Taco Riendo

Reggae Riddim Jamaican Restaurant

Just Like Momma's Soul Food and Wings

Checkers 6328

Apopka: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

Apopka Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

In the News Apopka

Apopka Restaurants & Food Establishments (225)