Island Choice in Avon Park
Last inspected:
1005 W Peel St, Avon Park, FL 33825Island Choice in Avon Park has averaged 6.6 violations per inspection across 22 inspections since July 2022, slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Employee health violations—including health reporting, policy compliance, and handwashing procedures—have been cited in every inspection on record, appearing as high-priority findings in at least 15 of 22 inspections. Chemical storage violations have appeared in multiple inspections as well. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. The most recent inspection on December 5, 2025 documented 24 violations (1 high-priority, 6 intermediate, 3 basic) and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Island Choice in Avon Park: Comparison to Highlands County Averages
Island Choice in Avon Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2017014944 | $160.00 | Mar 7, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Island Choice in Avon Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 4 inspections37 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 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· 6 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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— 4 inspections29 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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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— 5 inspections6 violations · 3 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· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 3 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Island Choice in Avon Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Island Choice in Avon Park last inspected?
- Island Choice in Avon Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 5, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Island Choice in Avon Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Island Choice in Avon Park are: Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Island Choice in Avon Park had?
- Island Choice in Avon Park has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Island Choice in Avon Park find?
- Island Choice in Avon Park was most recently inspected on December 5, 2025 with 10 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Island Choice in Avon Park ever been shut down?
- No, Island Choice in Avon Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Island Choice in Avon Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Island Choice in Avon Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Island Choice in Avon Park been fined?
- Island Choice in Avon Park has been fined a total of $160.00 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).
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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