Avon Park — Food Safety Records
Avon Park, Florida has 39 food establishments with 721 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 81.6%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.4 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $400 assessed to Avon Park Diner in Avon Park on December 1, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Avon Park Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Avon Park
81.6%
Pass Rate
81.6%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Avon Park
5.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Avon Park
2.56
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.56
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Avon Park Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Greens Golf Course Rest | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonald's Restaurants of Florida INC | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Market 27 | 7 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pizza Hut #4602 | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Arbys 7656 | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Sophie's Main Street | 8 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Subway | 8 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Corner International Cuisine& Grill | 7 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tienda & Restaurante Lamalquerida LLC | 11 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Avon Park Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 9,827 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 6,152 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 5,171 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 4,678 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 4,445 |
Avon Park Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2025 | Avon Park Diner | $400 | 7--2025081615 |
Avon Park Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 3 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 2 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 2 |
| Other fire safety violation | 1 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 1 |
Avon Park: Notable Restaurants
Charlie Faye's Depot
28 inspections
198 violations
2 closures
Tienda & Restaurante Lamalquerida LLC
29 inspections
184 violations
2 closures
Family Taste
21 inspections
128 violations
2 closures
Wendy's 3838
30 inspections
144 violations
Pizza Hut #4602
16 inspections
70 violations
Market 27
24 inspections
162 violations
Avon Park: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 2 | 143 | 0 |
| Culvers | 1 | 14 | 0 |
| Pizza Hut | 1 | 70 | 0 |
| Checkers | 1 | 108 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 139 | 0 |
| Wendys | 1 | 144 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 87 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 1 | 96 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 149 | 0 |
| Arbys | 1 | 91 | 0 |
Avon Park Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Avon Park?
- Avon Park, Florida has 39 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Avon Park?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Avon Park is 81.6%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Avon Park this year?
- 1 food establishments in Avon Park have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Avon Park?
- The most frequently cited violations in Avon Park are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Avon Park?
- Subway has the most locations in Avon Park with 2 establishments.
- How does Avon Park compare to the Florida state average?
- Avon Park has a pass rate of 81.6%, which is 4.1 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.4 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Avon Park?
- Food establishments in Avon Park have an average of 18.5 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Avon Park been assessed?
- Food establishments in Avon Park have been assessed $7,880 in fines across 23 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $343 and the largest single fine was $800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Avon Park restaurants?
- 9 fire safety violations have been documented across 6 food establishments in Avon Park. The most common issue is missing boiler certificate/report.
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Avon Park Restaurants & Food Establishments (38)
Wild Turkey Tavern
2751 US 27 S, Avon Park
23 inspections · 136 violations · Last: Aug 2026Little Italy Pizza
825 W MAIN ST, Avon Park
25 inspections · 118 violations · Last: Jul 2026Checkers Avon Park
382 S US HWY 27, Avon Park
21 inspections · 108 violations · Last: Aug 2026Corner International Cuisine& Grill
123 W MAIN ST, Avon Park
20 inspections · 107 violations · Last: Sep 2026Butlers 18 East
18 E MAIN ST, Avon Park
18 inspections · 103 violations · Last: Mar 2026Subway
816 -3 US HWY 27 S, Avon Park
24 inspections · 100 violations · Last: Sep 2026Hungry Howies #3010
1052 US 27 S, Avon Park
19 inspections · 96 violations · Last: Oct 2025Arbys 7656
5 US HWY 27 N, Avon Park
21 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Sep 2026Burger King #13922
460 US HWY 27 S, Avon Park
21 inspections · 87 violations · Last: Aug 2026Pizza Hut #4602
310 N HWY 27, Avon Park
16 inspections · 70 violations · Last: Sep 2026Subway
1041 US HWY 27 N, Avon Park
16 inspections · 43 violations · Last: Jul 2026Classy Bar and Grill
220 GARRETT RD, Avon Park
9 inspections · 23 violations · Last: May 2026Bagel Bar INC
8 N ANOKA AVE, Avon Park
5 inspections · 22 violations · Last: Aug 2026Culver's
1023 US HWY 27 N, Avon Park
3 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Aug 2026Salsa & Sazon Latin Restaurant
1048 US 27 S #1178, Avon Park
3 inspections · 10 violations · Last: Jul 2026Sophie's Main Street
4 E MAIN ST, Avon Park
2 inspections · 8 violations · Last: Sep 2026Pour House on Main
2 E MAIN ST, Avon Park
2 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Aug 2026Wawa # 5488
1598 US Highway 27 N, Avon Park
0 inspections · 0 violations
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