Bradford County — Food Safety Records
Bradford County, Florida has 47 food establishments with 1,015 inspections on record. The pass rate is 73.8%, below the state average of 85.7%. 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. Updated September 2026.
Bradford County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Bradford County
73.8%
Pass Rate
73.8%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Bradford County
5.8
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Bradford County
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Bradford County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keystone Inn (the) | Keystone Heights | 26 (11 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Florida Cracker Oyster Bar and Grill | Keystone Heights | 0 | Call Back - Complied |
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: Notable Restaurants
Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant
39 inspections
424 violations
2 closures
Keystone Inn (the)
55 inspections
474 violations
1 closures
Laredo Mexican Restaurant
42 inspections
418 violations
1 closures
Woodland
49 inspections
323 violations
1 closures
Downtown Grill
46 inspections
252 violations
Florida Cracker Oyster Bar and Grill
45 inspections
252 violations
1 closures
Bradford County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 3 | 260 | 1 |
| Captain D's | 1 | 229 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 1 | 18 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 1 | 216 | 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 |
Bradford County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Bradford County?
- Bradford County, Florida has 47 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 85.7%.
- 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 11.9 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.8 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Bradford County?
- Food establishments in Bradford County have an average of 21.6 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 $9,420 in fines across 21 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $449 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.
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Bradford County Restaurants & Food Establishments (45)
Circle K # 2427
23039 NW State RD Ste 16, Starke
0 inspections · 0 violationsLawtey Shell
23002 US Highway 301 N, Lawtey
0 inspections · 0 violationsDiscount Variety Store
1000 S Water ST, Starke
0 inspections · 0 violationsRacetrac INC.
12950 US Highway 301 S, Starke
0 inspections · 0 violationsWinn Dixie # 0085
470 W Madison ST, Starke
0 inspections · 0 violations