Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park
Last inspected:
21 W Main St, Avon Park, FL 33825Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park has accumulated 195 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.2 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent activity. Inspectors issued warnings in five separate years, with repeated callbacks for non-compliance. The most frequently cited violations involved consumer advisory, ventilation, and employee health reporting, with the facility showing compliance in its most recent October 2025 inspection.
Most recent closure: April 27, 2018 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park: Comparison to Highlands County Averages
This Facility
7.1
violations / inspection
7.1 violations per inspection
Highlands County Avg
5.58
violations / inspection
5.58 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Highlands County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park: Emergency Closure History (2)
Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018023022 | $400.00 | Apr 27, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2018019602 | $400.00 | Apr 10, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 9 inspections51 violations · 37 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park last inspected?
- Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park last shut down?
- Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park was last shut down on April 27, 2018 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park had?
- Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park find?
- Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park was most recently inspected on August 5, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park ever been shut down?
- Yes, Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- Has Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park been fined?
- Charlie Faye's Depot in Avon Park has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 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).
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