Butlers 18 East in Avon Park
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18 E Main St, Avon Park, FL 33825Butlers 18 East in Avon Park has accumulated 103 violations across 18 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection—slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Handwashing violations, including both proper hand/arm washing procedures and handwashing facility deficiencies, were cited in 8 of the last 8 complaint-based inspections and 2 routine inspections, representing a persistent systemic issue. Chemical storage violations appeared in 6 inspections between 2024 and 2026. Food contact surface violations were documented in 5 inspections. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on March 17, 2026 was a complaint follow-up that resulted in compliance; the same day, a Food-Licensing Inspection documented 15 violations (5 basic level) but was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Butlers 18 East in Avon Park: Comparison to Highlands County Averages
Butlers 18 East in Avon Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Butlers 18 East in Avon Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Butlers 18 East in Avon Park last inspected?
- Butlers 18 East in Avon Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Butlers 18 East in Avon Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Butlers 18 East in Avon Park are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Butlers 18 East in Avon Park had?
- Butlers 18 East in Avon Park has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Butlers 18 East in Avon Park find?
- Butlers 18 East in Avon Park was most recently inspected on March 17, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Butlers 18 East in Avon Park ever been shut down?
- No, Butlers 18 East in Avon Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
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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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