Reef & Beef in Arcadia
Last inspected:
2079 Se Hwy 70, Arcadia, FL 34266Reef & Beef in Arcadia has logged 206 violations across 24 inspections between 2023 and March 2026, averaging 8.6 violations per inspection—more than 65% above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been frequent and recurring, including improper hand washing cited in at least 4 inspections, food contact surface violations in at least 5 inspections, toxic substance control failures in at least 6 inspections, allergen awareness lapses in at least 5 inspections, and improper cooking temperatures in at least 3 inspections. Management awareness and correct procedures violations appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections. The facility has experienced no emergency closures. Portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone were documented on three consecutive dates in August 2025 and again in March 2026. The most recent inspection on March 4, 2026 identified 30 violations including four high-priority findings and resulted in an "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Reef & Beef in Arcadia: Comparison to DeSoto County Averages
Reef & Beef in Arcadia: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Reef & Beef in Arcadia: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 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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— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections27 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Reef & Beef in Arcadia: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Reef & Beef in Arcadia last inspected?
- Reef & Beef 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 Reef & Beef in Arcadia?
- The most frequently cited violations at Reef & Beef in Arcadia are: Proper ventilation, Proper cooking temps, Toxic substance control.
- How many health inspections has Reef & Beef in Arcadia had?
- Reef & Beef in Arcadia has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Reef & Beef in Arcadia find?
- Reef & Beef in Arcadia was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 14 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Reef & Beef in Arcadia ever been shut down?
- No, Reef & Beef 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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- Has Reef & Beef in Arcadia had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Reef & Beef in Arcadia has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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