River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park

Last inspected:

47 Lake Damon Dr, Avon Park, FL 338258902
Overview

River Greens Golf Course Restaurant in Avon Park was emergency-closed on January 2, 2025 for rodent activity. The facility has a 19-inspection record dating to at least 2023, with 119 total violations averaging 6.3 per inspection, above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Hand washing violations appeared in 8 of the 19 inspections, a recurring high-priority finding. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The emergency closure on January 2, 2025 was followed by a callback inspection on January 3, 2025, which found zero violations and achieved compliance. The most recent routine inspection on March 6, 2026 found 12 violations (1 high, 1 intermediate, 2 basic) and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: January 2, 2025 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

19Inspections
119Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park: Comparison to Highlands County Averages

This Facility 6.3 violations / inspection 6.3 violations per inspection
Highlands County Avg 5.62 violations / inspection 5.62 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Highlands County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 10:16:00

River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2025000670 $400.00 Jan 2, 2025 Miami (Doral)

River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park: Frequently Asked Questions

When was River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park last inspected?
River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park last shut down?
River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park was last shut down on January 2, 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 River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park?
The most frequently cited violations at River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Toilet facilities.
How many health inspections has River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park had?
River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park find?
River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park was most recently inspected on March 6, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park ever been shut down?
Yes, River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
Has River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park been fined?
River Greens Golf Course Rest in Avon Park has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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