Callahan — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Callahan, Florida has 48 food establishments with 346 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 79%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 6.5 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to Wasabi Sushi & Grill in Callahan on February 23, 2026.

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

48Facilities
346Total Inspections
2Closures 2026
79%Pass Rate
6.5Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Callahan Barbecue 38 425 2
Wasabi Sushi & Grill 27 265 2
Dicks Wings of Callahan 33 273 1
Hardee's 27 173 1
Pig Bar-b-q 26 281 0

Callahan Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Callahan 79% Pass Rate 79%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Callahan 6.5 Avg Violations / Inspection 6.5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Callahan 4.17 Closures per 100 Facilities 4.17
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Callahan Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Pig Bar-b-q 0 Call Back - Complied
Pig Bar-b-q 5 (1 high) Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
McDonald's 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Pig Bar-b-q 9 (3 high) Warning Issued
Aroma Waffle & Ice Cream Lounge 8 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Cedar River Seafood&oyster Bar 4 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
China Garden 3 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hardee's 12 (2 high) Warning Issued

Callahan Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
36 Proper ventilation 4,424
22 Consumer advisory 3,920
08 Proper hand/arm washing 3,441
03 Employee health reporting 3,204
14 Food contact surfaces 3,203

Callahan Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

7Actions on Record
$3,800Total Fines
$543Avg Fine
$1,200Largest Fine
4Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Feb 23, 2026 Wasabi Sushi & Grill $800 5--2026004374

Callahan Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

6Fire Violations
5Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 4
Exit blocked or locked 2

Callahan 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. Callahan has 29 FDACS-regulated facilities with 61 inspections on record and 17 stop-sale orders issued.

29Retail Facilities
61FDACS Inspections
17Stop-Sale Orders

Callahan 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.

DateFacilityProductReason
A-c-griffin-son-382260 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Plant Operations - precautions Comm…
A-c-griffin-son-382260 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Sanitary Operations
A-c-griffin-son-382260 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Manufacturing, Processing, Packing, Holding -…
A-c-griffin-son-382260 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Manufacturing, Processing, Packing, Holding -…
A-c-griffin-son-382260 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Manufacturing, Processing, Packing, Holding -…
A-c-griffin-son-382260 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Manufacturing, Processing, Packing, Holding -…
A-c-griffin-son-382260 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Manufacturing, Processing, Packing, Holding -…
A-c-griffin-son-382260 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Manufacturing, Processing, Packing, Holding -…
A-c-griffin-son-382260 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Manufacturing, Processing, Packing, Holding -…
A-c-griffin-son-382260 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Sanitary Operations Comments: To re…

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Callahan FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 8
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 7
4-903.11(A) Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 5
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing 4
2-103.11(O) Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are 4

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Callahan Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
CVS 1 9 882
Ellianos Coffee 1 2 38
Circle K 1 102 1,574
Dollar General 1 57 2,871
Walgreens 1 1 743

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Callahan: Notable Restaurants

Callahan Barbecue

Callahan · Most Closures

38 inspections 425 violations 2 closures

Wasabi Sushi & Grill

Callahan · Most Closures

27 inspections 265 violations 2 closures

Dicks Wings of Callahan

Callahan · Most Closures

33 inspections 273 violations 1 closures

Cedar River Seafood&oyster Bar

Callahan · Most Inspected

28 inspections 265 violations

Pig Bar-b-q

Callahan · Recently Inspected

26 inspections 281 violations

McDonald's

Callahan · Recently Inspected

17 inspections 100 violations

Callahan: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Hardees 1 173 1
Zaxbys 1 22 0
Taco Bell 1 106 0
Popeyes 1 38 0
McDonalds 1 100 0

Callahan Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Callahan?
Callahan, Florida has 48 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Callahan?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Callahan is 79%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Callahan this year?
2 food establishments in Callahan have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Callahan?
The most frequently cited violations in Callahan are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Callahan?
Hardees has the most locations in Callahan with 1 establishments.
How does Callahan compare to the Florida state average?
Callahan has a pass rate of 79%, which is 7.1 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 6.5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Callahan?
Food establishments in Callahan have an average of 7.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Callahan been assessed?
Food establishments in Callahan have been assessed $3,800 in fines across 7 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $543 and the largest single fine was $1,200.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Callahan restaurants?
6 fire safety violations have been documented across 5 food establishments in Callahan. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Callahan 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. Callahan, Florida has 29 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 61 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Callahan?
FDACS has issued 17 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Callahan. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

In the News Callahan

Callahan Restaurants & Food Establishments (47)

Hodges Home Grown LLC FDACS Retail

45105 Dorman PL, Callahan

FDACS Retail Food · Limited Poultry and Egg

Ellianos Coffee FDACS Retail

542384 US 1, Callahan

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

Roasted Rooster Coffee Company FDACS Retail

450028 State Road 200, Callahan

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

Hagan Ace Hardware of Callahan INC FDACS Retail

450037 SR 200, Callahan

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet w/Limited Food Service

Black Distributing FDACS Retail

450024 State Road 200 Ste 14, Callahan

FDACS Retail Food · Dry Storage

The Daily Tea FDACS Retail

36435 Patsy LN, Callahan

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Vw Winn Dixie 0151 FDACS Retail

450078 State Road 200, Callahan

FDACS Retail Food