Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park
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4100 Carter Creek Dr, Avon Park, FL 33825Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park was emergency-closed on March 31, 2025 for roach and rodent activity. The facility has been cited across 24 inspections over the available record with 137 total violations, averaging 5.7 per inspection—slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have centered on food contact surface sanitation, proper cooking temperatures, employee health policy, approved food sources, and chemical storage. The establishment received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Following the emergency closure, the facility had a callback inspection on April 1, 2025 that documented non-compliance, followed by a time-extension callback on the same date. A subsequent callback on June 6, 2025 showed full compliance with zero violations. Recent routine inspections in September 2025 and February 2026 each identified 12 violations but were completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: March 31, 2025 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park: Comparison to Highlands County Averages
Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park: Emergency Closure History (1)
Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025029030 | $400.00 | Mar 31, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2019007144 | $200.00 | Jan 25, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 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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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between March 31, 2025 and April 1, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park last inspected?
- Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park last shut down?
- Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park was last shut down on March 31, 2025 for roach & 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 Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park had?
- Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park has had 24 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 Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park find?
- Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park was most recently inspected on February 17, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park ever been shut down?
- Yes, Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park been fined?
- Highlands Irish Pub in Avon Park has been fined a total of $600.00 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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