Howdysnax in Bushnell

Last inspected:

417 N West St, Bushnell, FL 33513
Overview

Howdysnax in Bushnell is a small grocery store that has been inspected 4 times since September 2022 with no violations cited in recent inspections. The facility faced two permit-related citations in 2022 and 2024 for operating without a valid food permit while applications were pending payment, and one chemical storage violation in 2022 that was corrected on site when an unlabeled spray bottle was labeled during the inspection. The most recent focused inspection on June 4, 2025 found no violations as the establishment was expanding to add a bakery operation.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

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Last inspected FDACS:

Howdysnax in Bushnell: FDACS Inspection History (4)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: CYNTHIA CANNIOTO, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Establishment is adding a bakery to the operation, they have acquired the suite next door, access is between the 2 suites creating one large space. FE type upgraded To a grocery store.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MICHAEL WICKHAM

Comments: Visit conducted as a follow up to Hurricane Milton.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit· 1 violation· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: CYNTHIA CANNIOTO, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit. Request 5115192

Good Retail Practice Violations

99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
Application submitted, please pay permit fees with in 10 days. o
— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit· 3 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: FREDERICK HICKS

Comments: Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application.

Risk-Based Violations

7-102.11 Working container of poisonous or toxic materials taken from a bulk supply not clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. 7-102.11 PfPf
Behind counter: Observed spray bottle with chemical odorban in it. COS: Spray bottle was labeled. x

Good Retail Practice Violations

5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Back room area: In unisex rest room, observed no lid on trash can. o
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. Food Establishment shall remit payment of appropriate fee within 10 days. 500.12(1) (a)F.S., 5K-4.020(4)(b) F.A.C.
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. Food Establishment shall remit payment of appropriate fee within 10 days. o

Howdysnax in Bushnell: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Howdysnax in Bushnell last inspected?
Howdysnax in Bushnell was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on June 4, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Howdysnax in Bushnell had?
Howdysnax in Bushnell has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Howdysnax in Bushnell find?
Howdysnax in Bushnell was most recently inspected by FDACS on June 4, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Howdysnax in Bushnell had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Howdysnax in Bushnell has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Howdysnax in Bushnell?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Howdysnax in Bushnell are: 7-102.11: Working container of poisonous or toxic materials taken from a bulk supply not clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. 7-102.11 Pf; 5-501.17: Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17.

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