How many restaurants are in Bowling Green?

Bowling Green, Florida has 14 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Bowling Green?

The current pass rate for food establishments in Bowling Green is 60%. The Florida state average is 86%.

What are the most common health violations in Bowling Green?

The most frequently cited violations in Bowling Green are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.

How does Bowling Green compare to the Florida state average?

Bowling Green has a pass rate of 60%, which is 26 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 6.3 compared to the state average of 4.67.

How often are restaurants inspected in Bowling Green?

Food establishments in Bowling Green have an average of 7.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.

How much in fines have restaurants in Bowling Green been assessed?

Food establishments in Bowling Green have been assessed $3,600 in fines across 8 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $450 and the largest single fine was $800.

Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Bowling Green inspected?

Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Bowling Green, Florida has 9 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 17 inspections on record.

Bowling Green — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Name: Bowling Green Food Safety Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
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Overview

Bowling Green, Florida has 14 food establishments with 100 inspections on record. The pass rate is 60%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 6.3 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $200 assessed to Smokin Joes BBQ in Bowling Green on March 25, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

14Facilities

100Total Inspections

0Closures 2026

60%Pass Rate

6.3Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

Business	Inspections	Violations	Closures
Smokin Joes BBQ	37	297	4
Kings Fries	24	180	1
Glorias Restaurant I	25	204	0
Bone Valley Tavern	12	31	0
La Tortuga Verde	2	10	0

Bowling Green Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Bowling Green 60% Pass Rate 60%

Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%

Bowling Green 6.3 Avg Violations / Inspection 6.3

Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7

Bowling Green 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0

Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Bowling Green Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Code	Violation	Citations
14	Food contact surfaces	2,211
08	Proper hand/arm washing	1,229
22	Consumer advisory	1,227
29	Proper sewage disposal	987
36	Proper ventilation	987

Bowling Green Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

8Actions on Record

$3,600Total Fines

$450Avg Fine

$800Largest Fine

1Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

Date	Business	Fine	Case
Mar 25, 2026	Smokin Joes BBQ	$200	7--2026014891

Bowling Green Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Bowling Green has 9 FDACS-regulated facilities with 17 inspections on record.

9Retail Facilities

17FDACS Inspections

Bowling Green FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

Code	Violation	Citations
2-501.11	Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when	3
6-501.11	Physical facilities not maintained in good repair	2
3-302.11(A)(1)	Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from	2
4-602.11(C)	Equipment food-contact surface or utensil used with time/temperature control for	2
6-301.14	Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all	2

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Bowling Green Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

Chain	Locations	Stop-Sale Orders	Citations
Dollar General	1	57	2,871

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Bowling Green Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Bowling Green?: Bowling Green, Florida has 14 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Bowling Green?: The current pass rate for food establishments in Bowling Green is 60%. The Florida state average is 86%.
What are the most common health violations in Bowling Green?: The most frequently cited violations in Bowling Green are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
How does Bowling Green compare to the Florida state average?: Bowling Green has a pass rate of 60%, which is 26 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 6.3 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Bowling Green?: Food establishments in Bowling Green have an average of 7.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Bowling Green been assessed?: Food establishments in Bowling Green have been assessed $3,600 in fines across 8 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $450 and the largest single fine was $800.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Bowling Green inspected?: Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Bowling Green, Florida has 9 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 17 inspections on record.

Bowling Green Restaurants & Food Establishments (14)

Smokin Joes BBQ 4 closures

4050 HWY 17 N, Bowling Green

37 inspections · 297 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Kings Fries 1 closure

4650 SR 62, Bowling Green

24 inspections · 180 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Fiesta Supermarket FDACS Retail

4130 US Highway 17 N, Bowling Green

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Seller's Supermarket FDACS Retail

4730 US Highway 17 N, Bowling Green

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Country Cooler Food and Beverage FDACS Retail

4636 State Road 62, Bowling Green

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Dollar General # 10718 FDACS Retail

111 W Main ST, Bowling Green

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Presco Food Store FDACS Retail

4129 US Highway 17 N, Bowling Green

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Tienda Mexicana El Mercadito # 0002 FDACS Retail

4810 US Highway 17 N, Bowling Green

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Bowling Green Bp FDACS Retail

5211 US HIGHWAY 17 N, Bowling Green

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Fito Medic's Usa Corp FDACS Retail

202 E Main ST, Bowling Green

FDACS Retail Food · Dietary Supplement Warehouse

Sunny South Vending LLC FDACS Retail

4816 US Highway 17 N, Bowling Green

FDACS Retail Food · Packaged Ice Self Vending