Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park
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1012 W Main St, Avon Park, FL 33825Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park has accumulated 189 violations across 25 inspections between 2023 and December 2025, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection — nearly 50 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring, including handwashing violations cited in at least 6 of the last 8 inspections, employee health reporting violations in 5 of those same inspections, and food contact surface violations appearing in nearly every recent inspection. A disciplinary action resulted in $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on December 16, 2025 documented 18 violations including high-priority handwashing and food contact surface findings and was completed with no further action required, though the violation count represents an increase from prior months and suggests continuing systemic compliance issues.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park: Comparison to Highlands County Averages
Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2016037468 | $200.00 | Jul 20, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 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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— 4 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections33 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park last inspected?
- Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park had?
- Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park has had 26 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 Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park find?
- Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park was most recently inspected on July 30, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park ever been shut down?
- No, Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park been fined?
- Dutcher's Diner in Avon Park 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).
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