Family Taste in Avon Park
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1019 Us 27 S, Avon Park, FL 33825Family Taste in Avon Park has been emergency-closed twice since 2023, including for rodent activity on May 13, 2025, and for roach and rodent activity on May 4, 2023. The facility has accumulated 122 violations across 20 inspections, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection—substantially above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations were cited in at least 5 inspections, and proper hand and arm washing violations appeared in at least 4 inspections, indicating recurring systemic issues with food handler hygiene and disease prevention. The facility has been subject to 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. The most recent inspection on October 30, 2025 documented 12 violations including multiple consumer advisory and employee health policy violations, with the inspection completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: May 13, 2025 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Family Taste in Avon Park: Comparison to Highlands County Averages
Family Taste in Avon Park: Emergency Closure History (2)
Family Taste in Avon Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025038757 | $800.00 | May 13, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2023026583 | $400.00 | May 4, 2023 | Tampa |
Family Taste in Avon Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections30 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 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· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Family Taste in Avon Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Family Taste in Avon Park last inspected?
- Family Taste in Avon Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Family Taste in Avon Park last shut down?
- Family Taste in Avon Park was last shut down on May 13, 2025 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 Family Taste in Avon Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Family Taste in Avon Park are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Family Taste in Avon Park had?
- Family Taste in Avon Park has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Family Taste in Avon Park find?
- Family Taste in Avon Park was most recently inspected on April 29, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Family Taste in Avon Park ever been shut down?
- Yes, Family Taste in Avon Park has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- Has Family Taste in Avon Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Family Taste in Avon Park has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Family Taste in Avon Park been fined?
- Family Taste in Avon Park has been fined a total of $1,200.00 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).
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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