Bradford County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Bradford County, Florida has 81 food establishments with 999 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 73.8%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.8 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Keystone Inn (the) in Keystone Heights on March 27, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant | Starke | 39 | 424 | 2 |
| Keystone Inn (the) | Keystone Heights | 53 | 447 | 1 |
| Laredo Mexican Restaurant | Starke | 42 | 418 | 1 |
| Cedar River Seafood | Starke | 36 | 337 | 1 |
| Woodland | Starke | 49 | 323 | 1 |
Bradford County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Bradford County
73.8%
Pass Rate
73.8%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Bradford County
5.8
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Bradford County
1.23
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.23
Florida Average
1.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.37
Bradford County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King #23139 | Starke | 10 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Huddle House | Starke | 13 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Woodland | Starke | 10 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Sky-d's Place | Lawtey | 9 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Powells Dairy Freeze | Starke | 8 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Subway Sandwiches & Salads | Starke | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Call Street Cafe | Starke | 7 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Hometown Grounds Coffee Company | Starke | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway Sandwiches & Salads | Starke | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Subway Sandwiches & Salads | Starke | 8 (1 high) | Warning Issued |
Bradford County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 9,828 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 8,843 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 8,341 |
| 24 | Toxic substance control | 7,873 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 6,880 |
Bradford County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 2026 | Keystone Inn (the) | $800 | 5--2025073208 |
Bradford County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 18 |
| Other fire safety violation | 8 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 8 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 5 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 1 |
Bradford County 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. Bradford County has 39 FDACS-regulated facilities with 106 inspections on record and 624 stop-sale orders issued.
Bradford County FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | City | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winn-dixie-0085-190880 | Starke | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing | |
| Winn-dixie-0085-190880 | Starke | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements | |
| Winn-dixie-0085-190880 | Starke | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Winn-dixie-0085-190880 | Starke | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Winn-dixie-0085-190880 | Starke | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Winn-dixie-0085-190880 | Starke | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Winn-dixie-0085-190880 | Starke | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Winn-dixie-0085-190880 | Starke | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Winn-dixie-0085-190880 | Starke | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Winn-dixie-0085-190880 | Starke | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling |
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Bradford County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Bradford County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 3 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Circle K | 2 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Walmart | 1 | 77 | 608 |
| Winn-Dixie | 1 | 170 | 584 |
| Pizza Hut | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Walgreens | 1 | 1 | 743 |
| Wawa | 1 | 14 | 430 |
| Five Below | 1 | 0 | 5 |
Bradford County: Notable Restaurants
Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant
39 inspections
424 violations
2 closures
Keystone Inn (the)
53 inspections
447 violations
1 closures
Laredo Mexican Restaurant
42 inspections
418 violations
1 closures
Woodland
49 inspections
323 violations
1 closures
Downtown Grill
43 inspections
242 violations
Sky-d's Place
23 inspections
108 violations
Bradford County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 3 | 260 | 1 |
| Burger King | 1 | 117 | 0 |
| Hardees | 1 | 179 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 89 | 0 |
| Zaxbys | 1 | 17 | 0 |
| Best Western | 1 | 32 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 73 | 0 |
| Marcos Pizza | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 133 | 0 |
| Arbys | 1 | 70 | 0 |
Bradford County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Bradford County?
- Bradford County, Florida has 81 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Bradford County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Bradford County is 73.8%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Bradford County this year?
- 1 food establishments in Bradford County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Bradford County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Bradford County are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Bradford County?
- Subway has the most locations in Bradford County with 3 establishments.
- How does Bradford County compare to the Florida state average?
- Bradford County has a pass rate of 73.8%, which is 12.2 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.8 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Bradford County?
- Food establishments in Bradford County have an average of 12.3 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Bradford County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Bradford County have been assessed $9,820 in fines across 22 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $446 and the largest single fine was $1,600.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Bradford County restaurants?
- 40 fire safety violations have been documented across 20 food establishments in Bradford County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Bradford County 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. Bradford County, Florida has 39 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 106 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Bradford County?
- FDACS has issued 624 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Bradford County, including 599 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Bradford County Restaurants & Food Establishments (79)
Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant 2 closures
1371 S WALNUT STREET #1300, Starke
39 inspections · 424 violations · Last: Apr 2026Keystone Inn (the) 1 closure
208 W. STATE ROAD 100, Keystone Heights
53 inspections · 447 violations · Last: Aug 2025Laredo Mexican Restaurant 1 closure
800 N TEMPLE AVE, Starke
42 inspections · 418 violations · Last: Apr 2026Cedar River Seafood 1 closure
900 S WALNUT ST, Starke
36 inspections · 337 violations · Last: Feb 2026Woodland 1 closure
1100 S WALNUT ST, Starke
49 inspections · 323 violations · Last: May 2026Florida Cracker Oyster Bar and Grill 1 closure
7154 SE COUNTY RD 21 B, Keystone Heights
42 inspections · 241 violations · Last: Apr 2026Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #129 1 closure
1050 WALNUT STREET, Starke
37 inspections · 216 violations · Last: Feb 2026Tip Thai Cuisine 1 closure
127 E CALL ST, Starke
32 inspections · 212 violations · Last: Oct 2025Hardee's 1 closure
435 S TEMPLE AVE, Starke
30 inspections · 179 violations · Last: Feb 2026International House of Pancakes - 36-196 1 closure
1350 S WALNUT ST, Starke
29 inspections · 152 violations · Last: Feb 2026Subway Sandwiches & Salads 1 closure
236 S TEMPLE AVE, Starke
23 inspections · 101 violations · Last: Apr 2026Beef'o'brady's
502 N TEMPLE AVE, Starke
40 inspections · 331 violations · Last: Mar 2026Krystal
582 N TEMPLE AVE, Starke
39 inspections · 281 violations · Last: Apr 2026Downtown Grill
301 E CALL ST, Starke
43 inspections · 242 violations · Last: Mar 2026Grannies Restaurant
367 N TEMPLE AVE, Starke
27 inspections · 237 violations · Last: Sep 2025Captain D's #3376
804 S WALNUT, Starke
38 inspections · 229 violations · Last: Jan 2026Sonny's BBQ
230 TEMPLE AVE, Starke
32 inspections · 206 violations · Last: Apr 2026Call Street Cafe
111 CALL ST, Starke
30 inspections · 192 violations · Last: Apr 2026Caribbean Soul
200 E CALL ST, Starke
26 inspections · 190 violations · Last: Feb 2026Dicks Wings & Grill
1371 S WALNUT ST STE 700, Starke
31 inspections · 162 violations · Last: Jan 2026