Belle Glade — Food Safety Records
Belle Glade, Florida has 30 food establishments with 609 inspections on record. The pass rate is 66.7%, below the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 4.3 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $1,800 assessed to Wah Lan Chinese Restaurant in Belle Glade on December 10, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Belle Glade Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Belle Glade
66.7%
Pass Rate
66.7%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Belle Glade
4.3
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.3
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Belle Glade
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Belle Glade Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Popeye's Famous Fried Chicken | 2 (2 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Taqueria Guerrero | 9 (7 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Popeye's Famous Fried Chicken | 10 (8 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken | 9 (4 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| McDonald's #6207 | 5 (5 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Auntie Rose's Soul Food Kitchen | 1 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Burger King #28176 | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Belle Glade Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 6,775 |
| 12 | Shell stock requirements | 5,412 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 5,026 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 2,950 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 2,739 |
Belle Glade Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 10, 2025 | Wah Lan Chinese Restaurant | $1,800 | 2--2025083706 |
| Aug 20, 2025 | Taqueria Rinconcito Mexicano | $1,200 | 2--2025053558 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Taqueria Tacontodo #2 | $1,000 | 2--2026006523 |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Margarita Mexican Restaurant | $800 | 2--2025015673 |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Subway | $800 | 2--2025008909 |
| Apr 13, 2026 | Taqueria Guerrero | $600 | 2--2026018687 |
| May 14, 2026 | Taqueria Rinconcito Mexicano | $600 | 2--2026019546 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Auntie Rose's Soul Food Kitchen | $500 | 2--2025061919 |
| Sep 4, 2025 | Popeye's Famous Fried Chicken | $400 | 2--2025059737 |
| May 27, 2026 | Taco Bell 123 | $400 | 2--2026024601 |
Belle Glade Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Other fire safety violation | 4 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 2 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 1 |
Belle Glade: Notable Restaurants
Dixie Fried Chicken
50 inspections
287 violations
4 closures
Margarita Mexican Restaurant
32 inspections
231 violations
3 closures
Auntie Rose's Soul Food Kitchen
50 inspections
244 violations
2 closures
Taqueria Guerrero
24 inspections
151 violations
Popeye's Famous Fried Chicken
25 inspections
86 violations
Belle Glade: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kfc | 1 | 141 | 0 |
| Subway | 1 | 95 | 2 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 51 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 1 | 86 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 27 | 0 |
| Papa Johns | 1 | 11 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 66 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 79 | 0 |
Belle Glade Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Belle Glade?
- Belle Glade, Florida has 30 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Belle Glade?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Belle Glade is 66.7%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- What are the most common health violations in Belle Glade?
- The most frequently cited violations in Belle Glade are: Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Belle Glade?
- Kfc has the most locations in Belle Glade with 1 establishments.
- How does Belle Glade compare to the Florida state average?
- Belle Glade has a pass rate of 66.7%, which is 19.1 percentage points below the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 4.3 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Belle Glade?
- Food establishments in Belle Glade have an average of 20.3 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Belle Glade been assessed?
- Food establishments in Belle Glade have been assessed $57,050 in fines across 105 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $559 and the largest single fine was $1,800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Belle Glade restaurants?
- 8 fire safety violations have been documented across 4 food establishments in Belle Glade. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
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Belle Glade Restaurants & Food Establishments (29)
Tr3s Hermanos
224 E CANAL ST S, Belle Glade
15 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Jan 2026Happy's Club and Restaurant
200 SW 5 STREET, Belle Glade
19 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Apr 2026Banyan Breakfast Cafe'
301 W AVE A, Belle Glade
7 inspections · 39 violations · Last: Jan 2026Burger King #28176
800 S MAIN STREET, Belle Glade
10 inspections · 27 violations · Last: Jul 2026Ty Leward Gibbons
240 SW 6TH ST, Belle Glade
10 inspections · 20 violations · Last: Feb 2026Blazn Dough
309 W AVE UNIT A, Belle Glade
3 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Oct 2025Papa Johns Pizza Store 5068
607 S MAIN ST UNIT 102-103, Belle Glade
6 inspections · 11 violations · Last: Oct 2025Tropical Wings
964 S MAIN ST, Belle Glade
2 inspections · 8 violations · Last: Oct 20255 Star Seafood
1025 S MAIN ST, Belle Glade
2 inspections · 3 violations · Last: Jul 2026
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