Broadway Diner in Bartow
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1380 N Broadway Ave, Bartow, FL 33830Broadway Diner in Bartow accumulated 212 violations across 23 inspections dating back to at least 2021, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection — nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. Chemical storage violations appeared in 8 of the most recent 8 inspections, representing a persistent systemic failure. Consumer advisory violations were cited in 6 of the last 8 inspections. High-priority violations for hand washing, food contact surfaces, employee health policy, and proper cooking temperatures were documented across multiple years. Two fire safety violations were recorded: a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone near the cook line in July 2021 and another extinguisher gauge failure in the red zone in March 2022. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on April 3, 2026 documented 7 violations including high-priority citations for hand washing and food contact surface sanitation, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Broadway Diner in Bartow: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Broadway Diner in Bartow: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Broadway Diner in Bartow: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 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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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 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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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Broadway Diner in Bartow: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Broadway Diner in Bartow last inspected?
- Broadway Diner in Bartow was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 14, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Broadway Diner in Bartow?
- The most frequently cited violations at Broadway Diner in Bartow are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Broadway Diner in Bartow had?
- Broadway Diner in Bartow has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Broadway Diner in Bartow find?
- Broadway Diner in Bartow was most recently inspected on April 14, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Broadway Diner in Bartow ever been shut down?
- No, Broadway Diner in Bartow has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Broadway Diner in Bartow had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Broadway Diner in Bartow has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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