Calhoun County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Calhoun County, Florida has 33 food establishments with 325 inspections on record. The pass rate is 81.3%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 4.1 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $360 assessed to Yum Berry in Hollywood on June 2, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altha Diner | Altha | 30 | 173 | 2 |
| Fiddler's | Blountstown | 27 | 89 | 2 |
| King House Tian Feng INC | Blountstown | 27 | 128 | 1 |
| Burger King | Blountstown | 23 | 138 | 0 |
| El Jalisco | Blountstown | 26 | 126 | 0 |
Calhoun County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Calhoun County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subway # 371 | Blountstown | 0 | Call Back - Complied |
Calhoun County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 2,211 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 1,973 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 1,479 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 1,230 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 1,229 |
Calhoun County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2, 2025 | Yum Berry | $360 | 2--2025030429 |
Calhoun County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 1 |
| Other fire safety violation | 1 |
Calhoun 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. Calhoun County has 18 FDACS-regulated facilities with 35 inspections on record and 5 stop-sale orders issued.
Calhoun 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blountstown-drugs-302711 | Blountstown | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution and Retail Sale | |
| Blountstown-drugs-302711 | Blountstown | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution and Retail Sale | |
| Blountstown-drugs-302711 | Blountstown | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution and Retail Sale | |
| Blountstown-drugs-302711 | Blountstown | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution and Retail Sale | |
| Southern Express # 0012 Establishment #: 301966 | Altha | — (Hunt's Brothers Pizza) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… |
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Calhoun County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Calhoun County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twice The Ice | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Dollar General | 1 | 57 | 2,871 |
Calhoun County: Notable Restaurants
Altha Diner
Fiddler's
King House Tian Feng INC
Subway # 371
Tequila Mexican Grill 850
Idle Hour Grill
Calhoun County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | 1 | 60 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 82 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 1 | 41 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 138 | 0 |
| Subway | 1 | 77 | 0 |
Calhoun County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Calhoun County?
- Calhoun County, Florida has 33 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Calhoun County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Calhoun County is 81.3%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- What are the most common health violations in Calhoun County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Calhoun County are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Calhoun County?
- Pizza Hut has the most locations in Calhoun County with 1 establishments.
- How does Calhoun County compare to the Florida state average?
- Calhoun County has a pass rate of 81.3%, which is 4.8 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 4.1 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Calhoun County?
- Food establishments in Calhoun County have an average of 9.8 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Calhoun County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Calhoun County have been assessed $3,110 in fines across 6 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $518 and the largest single fine was $800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Calhoun County restaurants?
- 2 fire safety violations have been documented across 2 food establishments in Calhoun County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Calhoun 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. Calhoun County, Florida has 18 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 35 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Calhoun County?
- FDACS has issued 5 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Calhoun County. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
Calhoun County Restaurants & Food Establishments (33)
Altha Diner 2 closures
25563 N MAIN ST, Altha
30 inspections · 173 violations · Last: Apr 2025Fiddler's 2 closures
17415 MAIN ST N, Blountstown
27 inspections · 89 violations · Last: Mar 2026King House Tian Feng INC 1 closure
20118 CENTRAL AVE W STE 3, Blountstown
27 inspections · 128 violations · Last: Jan 2026Burger King
20407 CENTRAL AVE W, Blountstown
23 inspections · 138 violations · Last: Dec 2025El Jalisco
16919 NE PEAR ST, Blountstown
26 inspections · 126 violations · Last: Mar 2026Idle Hour Grill
17932 MAIN ST N STE 1, Blountstown
24 inspections · 124 violations · Last: Mar 2026Lindys Fried Chicken
19390 W SR 20, Blountstown
25 inspections · 115 violations · Last: Mar 2026McDonald's
20495 CENTRAL AVE W, Blountstown
20 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Mar 2026Yum Berry
4009 OAKWOOD BLVD, Hollywood
10 inspections · 78 violations · Last: Nov 2025Subway # 371
20521 W CENTRAL AVE, Blountstown
23 inspections · 77 violations · Last: May 2026Parramore Too
16438 SW CHIPOLA ROAD, Blountstown
22 inspections · 77 violations · Last: Mar 2026Pizza Hut #2052
19926 W CENTRAL AVE, Blountstown
19 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Dec 2025Hungry Howies
19838 SR 20, Blountstown
15 inspections · 41 violations · Last: Nov 2025Sweet Magnolia Bakery
20705 CENTRAL AVE, Blountstown
8 inspections · 20 violations · Last: Sep 2025Garrett's Oyster Bar
16039 SE RIVERSTREET, Blountstown
22 inspections · 15 violations · Last: Mar 2026Tequila Mexican Grill 850
18831 HWY 20, Blountstown
4 inspections · 13 violations · Last: Mar 2026Simple Sweets FDACS Retail
20100 NW Oak Ave, Blountstown
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile VendorFlowers Baking Company Warehouse FDACS Retail
634 S MAIN ST, Blountstown
FDACS Retail Food · Dry StorageDollar General Store #22662 FDACS Retail
15827 State Road 71, Blountstown
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesSouthern Express # 0001 FDACS Retail
20961 Central Ave E, Blountstown
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS