Apopka — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

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

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
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)

DateBusinessReason
No 1 Chinese Restaurant Roach activity
Rosati's Pizza Pub Apopka Fly activity
Pho Que 91 Roach activity
Checkers 6328 Fly activity

Apopka Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

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

Apopka Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
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)

DateBusinessFineCase
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

IssueCitations
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.

DateFacilityProductReason
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Horizon-smoke-shop-420558 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
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

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 25
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 16
3-501.16(A)(2) Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below 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)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
7-Eleven 4 84 2,422
Winn-Dixie 3 170 584
Starbucks 3 77 1,170
Walgreens 2 1 743
Publix 2 30 875
Wawa 2 14 430
Sunoco 1 256 487
Dollar Tree 1 9 1,084

All Florida retail food chains →

About FDACS Retail Food Inspections →

Apopka: Notable Restaurants

No 1 Chinese Restaurant

Apopka · Most Closures

38 inspections 445 violations 6 closures

Robinson's Restaurant

Apopka · Most Closures

41 inspections 521 violations 5 closures

Taqueria Taco Riendo

Apopka · Most Closures

28 inspections 296 violations 3 closures

Reggae Riddim Jamaican Restaurant

Apopka · Most Inspected

39 inspections 455 violations 2 closures

Just Like Momma's Soul Food and Wings

Apopka · Recently Inspected

7 inspections 42 violations

Checkers 6328

Apopka · Recently Inspected

19 inspections 90 violations 1 closures

Apopka: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Taco Bell 4 174 0
McDonalds 3 162 1
Subway 3 159 0
Wendys 3 453 0
Chilis 2 331 0
Marcos Pizza 2 87 0
Firehouse Subs 2 105 0
Tijuana Flats 2 297 0
Jersey Mikes 2 109 0
Burger King 2 143 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.

In the News Apopka

Apopka Restaurants & Food Establishments (225)

Taqueria Los Juniors FDACS Retail

277 E MAIN ST, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Food Service

Circle K - 2722404 FDACS Retail

1252 Apopka Blvd, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Circle K - 2707440 FDACS Retail

2202 W Mccormick RD, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Pretty in Pink Tea Room and Event Services LLC FDACS Retail

34 E Main ST, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · 135/Specialty Food Shops

Key Food Supermarket FDACS Retail

519 S Orange Blossom Trl, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Vw Family Dollar #12248 FDACS Retail

1489 S Orange Blossom Trl, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Vw Walmart Neighborhood Mkt 6894 FDACS Retail

820 Balmy Beach DR, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Publix # 0227 FDACS Retail

540 S Hunt Club Blvd, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Bari Bake House FDACS Retail

2412 E Semoran Blvd, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS

Those Guys Cafe LLC FDACS Retail

3414 Orange Rose Loop, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

La Taxquena Grocery LLC FDACS Retail

819 S Park Ave, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Supermercado Mi Mexico FDACS Retail

387 E Main ST, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Wawa # 5140 FDACS Retail

449 W Main ST, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Starbucks Coffee FDACS Retail

1506 Rock Springs RD #, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Fujisan Sushi #6189 FDACS Retail

1500 S Orange Blossom Trl, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Seafood Market Retail

Antojitos Guatemaltecos FDACS Retail

347 N THOMPSON RD, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Food Service

Meals America FDACS Retail

1733 Benbow CT Ste 3, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service

Wawa #5112 FDACS Retail

1615 S Orange Blossom Trl, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Incredible Flavors FDACS Retail

2870 Clarcona Rd, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Dry Storage

Vw Cvs 03225 FDACS Retail

2311 E Semoran Blvd, Apopka

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water