McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow
Last inspected:
1470 N Broadway Ave, Bartow, FL 33830Part of: McDonalds Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This McDonald's location in Bartow has been emergency-closed once, on September 12, 2018, for roach activity. Across 22 inspections since 2016, the facility has accumulated 73 violations, averaging 3.3 per inspection—below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Chemical storage violations appear repeatedly in the record, cited in at least 5 inspections. A disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines was issued. The most recent inspection on November 10, 2025 documented 2 basic violations and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: September 12, 2018 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow: Comparison to Polk County Averages
McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow: Emergency Closure History (1)
McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018052222 | $400.00 | Sep 12, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections0 violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 6 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow last inspected?
- McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow last shut down?
- McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow was last shut down on September 12, 2018 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 McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow?
- The most frequently cited violations at McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow are: Chemical properly stored, Proper sewage disposal, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow had?
- McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow find?
- McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow was most recently inspected on April 14, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow ever been shut down?
- Yes, McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow been fined?
- McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow has been fined a total of $400.00 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.
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