Champ's III in Arcadia
Last inspected:
1029 E Oak St, Arcadia, FL 34266Champ's III in Arcadia has a significant compliance problem. Across 23 inspections dating from at least 2023 through March 2026, the facility accumulated 173 violations—an average of 7.5 per inspection, nearly 45% higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations appeared in 18 of the last 8 inspections reviewed, including recurring citations for employee health policy violations (appearing in at least 4 inspections), food contact surface violations (in 7 of the last 8 inspections), and improper chemical storage (in 5 of the last 8 inspections). The facility received an administrative complaint recommendation on October 3, 2024 after an inspection found 11 violations including employee health reporting, chemical storage, and food contact surface issues. A formal disciplinary action resulted in $200 in fines. Most recent inspections show no improvement: the March 4, 2026 routine inspection documented 33 violations including two high-priority violations for management awareness and proper cooking temperatures. The most recent inspection on March 4, 2026 was completed with no further action, though the violation count remains severe.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Champ's III in Arcadia: Comparison to DeSoto County Averages
Champ's III in Arcadia: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024069802 | $200.00 | Oct 3, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Champ's III in Arcadia: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections29 violations · 20 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Champ's III in Arcadia: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Champ's III in Arcadia last inspected?
- Champ's III in Arcadia was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Champ's III in Arcadia?
- The most frequently cited violations at Champ's III in Arcadia are: Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Champ's III in Arcadia had?
- Champ's III in Arcadia has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Champ's III in Arcadia find?
- Champ's III in Arcadia was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Champ's III in Arcadia ever been shut down?
- No, Champ's III in Arcadia has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has Champ's III in Arcadia faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Champ's III in Arcadia has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Champ's III in Arcadia been fined?
- Champ's III in Arcadia has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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