Arcadia — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Arcadia, Florida has 94 food establishments with 780 inspections on record. 3 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 80%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.5 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $640 assessed to Open Road Bar in Arcadia on October 29, 2025.

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

94Facilities
780Total Inspections
3Closures 2026
80%Pass Rate
5.5Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
China Kitchen 29 250 3
RosÉ CafÉ 16 94 2
Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant LLC 26 258 1
King Buffet 22 245 1
Broken Spur Deli LLC 28 155 1

Arcadia Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Arcadia 80% Pass Rate 80%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Arcadia 5.5 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Arcadia 3.19 Closures per 100 Facilities 3.19
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Arcadia Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
El Charro LLC 9 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC 8 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Las 3 Princesas 8 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Chili's Grill & Bar 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Nav-a-gator 5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Paradise Golf Club 3 Warning Issued
Behind the Fence 6 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Open Road Bar 3 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
China Wok I 9 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
El Dorado Maya Restaurante Mexicano Tienda Y Taqueria 7 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Arcadia Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Arcadia Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

29Actions on Record
$10,410Total Fines
$386Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
19Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Oct 29, 2025 Open Road Bar $640 7--2025053957
Jan 12, 2026 China Kitchen $400 7--2025086326
Jun 30, 2025 Yiyi's Bars Beers Cigars and Deli Shop $400 7--2025042890
Dec 4, 2025 Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant LLC $400 7--2025066432
Mar 25, 2026 Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant LLC $400 7--2026003522

Arcadia Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

33Fire Violations
19Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 11
Other fire safety violation 7
Exit blocked or locked 6
Cooking without hood suppression 5
Propane tank stored inside building 4

Arcadia 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. Arcadia has 51 FDACS-regulated facilities with 98 inspections on record.

51Retail Facilities
98FDACS Inspections

Arcadia FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Arcadia Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Dollar General 3 57 2,871
Circle K 3 102 1,574
Walmart 1 77 608
Aldi 1 2 310
Publix 1 30 875
Subway 1 27 304
Walgreens 1 1 743
7-Eleven 1 84 2,422

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Arcadia: Notable Restaurants

Arcadia: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 2 109 0
Chilis 1 203 0
Kfc 1 72 0
Taco Bell 1 102 1
Burger King 1 79 1
Holiday Inn 1 73 0
Beef O Bradys 1 186 0
Dunkin 1 133 0
Popeyes 1 35 0
Culvers 1 20 0

Arcadia Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Arcadia?
Arcadia, Florida has 94 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%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Arcadia this year?
3 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%, which is 6 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Arcadia?
Food establishments in Arcadia have an average of 8.3 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 $10,410 in fines across 29 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $386 and the largest single fine was $800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Arcadia restaurants?
33 fire safety violations have been documented across 19 food establishments in Arcadia. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Arcadia 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. Arcadia, Florida has 51 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 98 inspections on record.

In the News Arcadia

Arcadia Restaurants & Food Establishments (93)

McDonald's Restaurant

1203 E OAK ST, Arcadia

20 inspections · 112 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Nav-a-gator

9700 SW RIVERVIEW CIR, Arcadia

18 inspections · 105 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Wendy's 9253

2719 SW HWY 70, Arcadia

25 inspections · 104 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Broken Spur Diner

10 POLK AVE, Arcadia

21 inspections · 94 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Yellow Deli

22 N POLK AVE, Arcadia

14 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Arcadia Stockyard

2719 NE EARNEST ST, Arcadia

19 inspections · 79 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Brother's Fish House Restaurant II

5 & 7 N LUTHER AVE, Arcadia

11 inspections · 75 violations · Last: Jul 2025

Subway 3251

2715 SE HWY 70, Arcadia

25 inspections · 73 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Holiday Inn Express

2709 SE HWY 70, Arcadia

19 inspections · 73 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Kfc

2333 SE HWY 70, Arcadia

17 inspections · 72 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Paradise Golf Club

8135 SW SUNNYBREEZE RD, Arcadia

24 inspections · 66 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Myshelly's Kitchen

15 W OAK ST, Arcadia

18 inspections · 64 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Red Zone LLC

307 S ALABAMA AVE, Arcadia

13 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Dec 2025

La Michoacana of Arcadia INC

916 E OAK ST, Arcadia

7 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Subway 39365

2725 SE HWY 70, Arcadia

13 inspections · 36 violations · Last: Apr 2025

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

2729 SE HWY 70, Arcadia

7 inspections · 35 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Las 3 Princesas

4327 HWY 17, Arcadia

5 inspections · 31 violations · Last: May 2026

Open Road Bar

4313 N W HWY 70, Arcadia

6 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Giuseppe's Brooklyn Oven I LLC

2135 SW HWY 17, Arcadia

3 inspections · 22 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Culver's

2455 SE HWY 70, Arcadia

5 inspections · 20 violations · Last: Jan 2026