Arcadia — Food Safety Records
Arcadia, Florida has 46 food establishments with 822 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 80.4%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.6 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $640 assessed to Open Road Bar in Arcadia on October 29, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Arcadia Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Arcadia
80.4%
Pass Rate
80.4%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Arcadia
5.6
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.6
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Arcadia
4.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
4.35
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Arcadia Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chili's Grill & Bar | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| China Kitchen | 5 | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| China Wok I | 12 (4 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Las 3 Princesas | 11 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Holiday Inn Express | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| China Kitchen | 12 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Behind the Fence | 7 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Miss Rachells | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Open Road Bar | 3 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Open Road Bar | 7 (1 high) | Warning Issued |
Arcadia Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 13,534 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 7,173 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 6,414 |
| 33 | Proper cooling equipment | 6,382 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 5,921 |
Arcadia Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2025 | Open Road Bar | $640 | 7--2025053957 |
| Jan 12, 2026 | China Kitchen | $400 | 7--2025086326 |
| Dec 4, 2025 | Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant LLC | $400 | 7--2025066432 |
| Mar 25, 2026 | Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant LLC | $400 | 7--2026003522 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | King Buffet | $400 | 7--2026034032 |
Arcadia Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 10 |
| Other fire safety violation | 7 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 6 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 5 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 4 |
Arcadia: Notable Restaurants
Arcadia: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 2 | 114 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 81 | 1 |
| Holiday Inn | 1 | 75 | 0 |
| Beef O Bradys | 1 | 197 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 138 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 1 | 35 | 0 |
| Culvers | 1 | 24 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 118 | 0 |
| Wendys | 1 | 106 | 0 |
| Chilis | 1 | 205 | 0 |
Arcadia Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Arcadia?
- Arcadia, Florida has 46 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Arcadia?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Arcadia is 80.4%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Arcadia this year?
- 2 food establishments in Arcadia have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Arcadia?
- The most frequently cited violations in Arcadia are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Arcadia?
- Subway has the most locations in Arcadia with 2 establishments.
- How does Arcadia compare to the Florida state average?
- Arcadia has a pass rate of 80.4%, which is 5.3 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.6 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Arcadia?
- Food establishments in Arcadia have an average of 17.9 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Arcadia been assessed?
- Food establishments in Arcadia have been assessed $9,210 in fines across 25 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $368 and the largest single fine was $800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Arcadia restaurants?
- 32 fire safety violations have been documented across 18 food establishments in Arcadia. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
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Arcadia Restaurants & Food Establishments (46)
China Kitchen 3 closures
1715 E OAK ST, Arcadia
31 inspections · 267 violations · Last: Sep 2026King Buffet 2 closures
1319 E OAK ST, Arcadia
24 inspections · 260 violations · Last: May 2026RosÉ CafÉ 2 closures
12 N DESOTO AVE, Arcadia
17 inspections · 99 violations · Last: Jul 2026Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant LLC 1 closure
1121 E OAK ST, Arcadia
27 inspections · 273 violations · Last: Jun 2026Wheeler's Returns 1 closure
13 S MONROE AVE, Arcadia
25 inspections · 165 violations · Last: Jul 2026Broken Spur Deli LLC 1 closure
26 W OAK ST, Arcadia
28 inspections · 155 violations · Last: Nov 2025Taco Bell #124 1 closure
2357 US HWY 70 SE, Arcadia
23 inspections · 108 violations · Last: Jul 2026Burger King #3140 1 closure
1016 E OAK ST, Arcadia
21 inspections · 81 violations · Last: Jul 2026Yiyi's Bars Beers Cigars and Deli Shop 1 closure
11 W MAGNOLIA ST, Arcadia
5 inspections · 15 violations · Last: May 2025El Charro LLC
420 N BREVARD AVE, Arcadia
29 inspections · 287 violations · Last: May 2026Ana's Restaurant
161 S BREVARD AVE, Arcadia
31 inspections · 265 violations · Last: Mar 2026Country Cafe
2053 SE HWY 70, Arcadia
26 inspections · 223 violations · Last: Aug 2026Reef & Beef
2079 SE HWY 70, Arcadia
25 inspections · 219 violations · Last: Sep 2026China Wok I
2733 SE HIGHWAY 70, Arcadia
25 inspections · 214 violations · Last: Sep 2026Chili's Grill & Bar
2703 SE HWY 70, Arcadia
27 inspections · 205 violations · Last: Sep 2026El Dorado Maya Restaurante Mexicano Tienda Y Taqueria
2233 SE HWY 70, Arcadia
26 inspections · 199 violations · Last: Aug 2026Beef O Bradys
1703 E OAK ST, Arcadia
27 inspections · 197 violations · Last: Aug 2026Miss Rachells
1029 E OAK ST, Arcadia
24 inspections · 178 violations · Last: Sep 2026Dunkin
1329 E OAK ST, Arcadia
25 inspections · 138 violations · Last: Jul 2026Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC
319 S BREVARD AVE, Arcadia
20 inspections · 121 violations · Last: May 2026