Flava Joint in Bartow
Last inspected:
3466 Hwy 17 N, Bartow, FL 33830Flava Joint in Bartow has accumulated 90 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 3 per visit. The restaurant was shut down twice for roach activity, most notably in March 2022 when inspectors issued an emergency order and returned for three consecutive days before the facility complied. State records show 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. Top recurring violations include proper ventilation, outer openings protection, and chemical storage.
Most recent closure: March 24, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Flava Joint in Bartow: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Flava Joint in Bartow: Emergency Closure History (2)
Flava Joint in Bartow: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022018308 | $400.00 | Mar 24, 2022 | Tampa | |
| 3--2016027550 | $400.00 | May 31, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Flava Joint in Bartow: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 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.
— 5 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Flava Joint in Bartow: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Flava Joint in Bartow last inspected?
- Flava Joint in Bartow was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 18, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Flava Joint in Bartow last shut down?
- Flava Joint in Bartow was last shut down on March 24, 2022 for roach 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 Flava Joint in Bartow?
- The most frequently cited violations at Flava Joint in Bartow are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Flava Joint in Bartow had?
- Flava Joint in Bartow has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Flava Joint in Bartow find?
- Flava Joint in Bartow was most recently inspected on March 18, 2025 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Flava Joint in Bartow ever been shut down?
- Yes, Flava Joint in Bartow has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 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.
- Has Flava Joint in Bartow faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Flava Joint in Bartow has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Flava Joint in Bartow been fined?
- Flava Joint in Bartow has been fined a total of $800.00 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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