Bartow — Food Safety Records

Overview

Bartow, Florida has 55 food establishments with 1,106 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 74.1%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 3.6 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering in Bartow on April 27, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.

55Facilities
1,106Inspections
1Closures 2026
74.1%Pass Rate
3.6Avg Violations

Bartow Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Bartow 74.1% Pass Rate 74.1%
Florida Average 85.7% Pass Rate 85.7%
Bartow 3.6 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.6
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Bartow 1.82 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.82
Florida Average 1.96 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.96

Bartow Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Arby's #6420 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dairy Queen 2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Burger King #18216 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Zest Bar and Grill / V'z Fine Dining 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Essential Catering Solutions LLC 4 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
El Ranchito Jalisco 6 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Tom's Chicken Shack 3 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dunkin Donuts 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Wingstop 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
B&g Prestige Jamaican Restaurant 1 Call Back - Extension given, pending

Bartow Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Bartow Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

31Actions on Record
$18,020Total Fines
$581Avg Fine
$2,800Largest Fine
17Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Apr 27, 2026 Tantrums Flightside Cafe & Catering $400 3--2026022036
Apr 27, 2026 Charm City $200 3--2025078397

Bartow Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

15Fire Violations
8Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 7
Cooking without hood suppression 4
Other fire safety violation 2
Exit blocked or locked 2

Bartow: Notable Restaurants

Bartow: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Burger King 1 36 0
Dairy Queen 1 53 1
Holiday Inn 1 25 0
McDonalds 1 73 1
Taco Bell 1 49 0
Wingstop 1 54 0
Beef O Bradys 1 151 1
Chipotle 1 64 0
Hardees 1 68 0
Marcos Pizza 1 40 0

Bartow Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Bartow?
Bartow, Florida has 55 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Bartow?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Bartow is 74.1%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Bartow this year?
1 food establishments in Bartow have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Bartow?
The most frequently cited violations in Bartow are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Bartow?
Burger King has the most locations in Bartow with 1 establishments.
How does Bartow compare to the Florida state average?
Bartow has a pass rate of 74.1%, which is 11.6 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 3.6 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Bartow?
Food establishments in Bartow have an average of 20.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Bartow been assessed?
Food establishments in Bartow have been assessed $18,020 in fines across 31 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $581 and the largest single fine was $2,800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Bartow restaurants?
15 fire safety violations have been documented across 8 food establishments in Bartow. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.

In the News Bartow

Bartow Restaurants & Food Establishments (55)

Mike's Drive in INC

1055 US 17 S, Bartow

25 inspections · 100 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Terrie Lobb Catering INC

1239 E MAIN ST, Bartow

23 inspections · 97 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Sonnys BBQ 106

595 N BROADWAY AVE, Bartow

24 inspections · 95 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Waffle House #2312

1530 NORTH BROADWAY AVENUE, Bartow

21 inspections · 94 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Ruby Tuesday/2184

1710 N BROADWAY AVE, Bartow

27 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Hungry Howies

1405 N BROADWAY AVE, Bartow

19 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Palace Pizza Bartow INC

105 E MAIN STREET, Bartow

21 inspections · 80 violations · Last: May 2026

Tom's Chicken Shack

901 E MAIN STREET, Bartow

23 inspections · 79 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Essential Catering Solutions LLC

255 N BROADWAY AVE, Bartow

25 inspections · 77 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Kfc

1492 N BROADWAY AVE, Bartow

23 inspections · 73 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Hardee's Restaurant

300 EAST VAN FLEET, Bartow

16 inspections · 68 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Social Plate

315 E MAIN ST, Bartow

20 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Checkers Rest

1595 N BROADWAY, Bartow

19 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Chipotle Mexican Grill

410 E VAN FLEET DR, Bartow

21 inspections · 64 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Dunkin Donuts

1202 N BROADWAY AVE, Bartow

15 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Sep 2026

King Ranch Cafe

2800 US 98 N, Bartow

23 inspections · 61 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Bartow Golf Course

190 HERBERT DIXON BLVD, Bartow

24 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Wingstop

304 E VAN FLEET DR, Bartow

19 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Wendy's 597

1520 BROADWAY AVE N, Bartow

24 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Taco Bell #16927

1060 E VAN FLEET DR, Bartow

19 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Apr 2026