Checkers — Florida Restaurant Inspections & Food Safety Records
Checkers locations fail inspections 26% of the time — below the Florida state average of 14%.
Checkers operates 118 food establishments across Florida with 2,881 inspections on record. 2 locations were shut down in the past 12 months. The pass rate is 73.7%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 4.4 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Checkers #6322 in Deland, shut down April 29, 2026 for sewage back up.
Summary based on Florida DBPR public inspection records. Updated May 2026.
Highest-Violation Locations
| Location | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Checkers 6274 | Port St Lucie | 31 | 174 | 3 |
| Checkers #3192 | Clearwater | 29 | 224 | 2 |
| Checkers #280 | Tampa | 27 | 197 | 2 |
| Checkers | Tampa | 35 | 144 | 2 |
| Checkers Drive-in | Ruskin | 28 | 137 | 2 |
Checkers: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Checkers
73.7%
Pass Rate
73.7%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Checkers
4.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Checkers
1.69
Closures per 100 Locations
1.69
Florida Average
1.38
Closures per 100 Locations
1.38
Checkers: Recent Restaurant Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Checkers #6322 | Deland | Sewage back up | |
| Checkers 6328 | Apopka | Fly activity | |
| Checkers Drive in Restaurant | Dade City | Roach & rodent activity | |
| Checkers Haines City | Haines City | Roach activity | |
| Checkers Drive in Rest #256 | Fort Lauderdale | Rodent, Roach & Fly activity | |
| Checkers 142 | Winter Haven | Roach activity | |
| Checkers #284c-7060 | Temple Terrace | Fly activity | |
| Checkers 6274 | Port St Lucie | Roach activity | |
| Checkers 6274 | Port St Lucie | Sewage back up | |
| Checkers #3271 | Jacksonville | Sewage leaks |
Checkers: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Checkers 6271 | Vero Beach | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Checkers 3789 | Panama City Beach | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Checkers/auntie Annies | Kissimmee | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Checkers | Cape Coral | 5 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Checkers 6307 | Orlando | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Checkers #3266 | Jacksonville | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Checkers #5388 | Miami | 6 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Checkers #3266 | Jacksonville | 5 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Checkers 6328 | Apopka | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Checkers #6322 | Deland | 3 | Emergency Order Callback Complied |
Checkers: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 1,183 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 990 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 874 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 772 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 756 |
Checkers: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | City | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 8, 2015 | Checkers Drive in Rest # 3214 | Gainesville | $1,400 | 5--2015022141 |
| Apr 3, 2024 | Checkers #3271 | Jacksonville | $1,000 | 5--2024015778 |
| Sep 12, 2018 | Checkers | Clermont | $1,000 | 4--2018020565 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | Checkers | Tampa | $800 | 3--2022050889 |
| Sep 6, 2019 | Checkers #5212 | Hudson | $800 | 3--2019042491 |
| Aug 22, 2024 | Checkers 6274 | Port St Lucie | $800 | 4--2024043804 |
| Sep 4, 2024 | Checkers 6274 | Port St Lucie | $800 | 4--2024046281 |
| Apr 2, 2025 | Checkers 6275 | Lake Worth | $800 | 2--2025016921 |
| Dec 8, 2017 | Checkers Restaurant | Inverness | $800 | 3--2017052166 |
| Oct 2, 2023 | Checkers #280 | Tampa | $800 | 3--2023048742 |
Checkers: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 17 |
| Other fire safety violation | 13 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 12 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 1 |
Checkers: Notable Locations
Checkers 6274
31 inspections
174 violations
3 closures
Checkers #5212
31 inspections
78 violations
2 closures
Checkers #280
27 inspections
197 violations
2 closures
Checkers #3267
37 inspections
292 violations
1 closures
Checkers Drive in Rest # 3214
36 inspections
138 violations
Checkers #3283
36 inspections
149 violations
1 closures
Checkers: Locations by City
| City | Locations | Avg Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | 11 | 4.47 | 3 |
| Orlando | 9 | 5.07 | 1 |
| Jacksonville | 8 | 5.80 | 3 |
| Clearwater | 4 | 5.81 | 6 |
| Daytona Beach | 3 | 5.39 | 0 |
| Gainesville | 3 | 4.57 | 0 |
| Kissimmee | 3 | 5.11 | 1 |
| Lakeland | 3 | 3.09 | 1 |
| Tampa | 3 | 5.30 | 4 |
| Bradenton | 2 | 5.27 | 0 |
| Lake Worth | 2 | 2.43 | 0 |
| Lauderhill | 2 | 3.76 | 1 |
| Ocala | 2 | 4.80 | 0 |
| Pompano Beach | 2 | 4.37 | 0 |
| Port St Lucie | 2 | 4.31 | 3 |
| Tallahassee | 2 | 3.49 | 1 |
| Winter Haven | 2 | 4.12 | 1 |
| Altamonte Springs | 1 | 4.77 | 0 |
| Apopka | 1 | 4.74 | 1 |
| Avon Park | 1 | 5.10 | 0 |
| Bartow | 1 | 3.42 | 0 |
| Belleview | 1 | 3.39 | 0 |
| Boynton Beach | 1 | 1.88 | 0 |
| Brooksville | 1 | 3.44 | 0 |
| Cape Coral | 1 | 2.80 | 0 |
| Clermont | 1 | 6.26 | 0 |
| Dade City | 1 | 5.47 | 1 |
| Deerfield Beach | 1 | 2.30 | 0 |
| Deland | 1 | 5.41 | 1 |
| Delray Beach | 1 | 3.00 | 0 |
Checkers: Frequently Asked Questions
- How many Checkers locations are in Florida?
- Checkers has 118 locations in Florida tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is Checkers's health inspection pass rate in Florida?
- Checkers has a pass rate of 73.7% across all Florida locations, which is 12.3 percentage points below the state average of 86%.
- How many Checkers locations were shut down in Florida this year?
- 2 Checkers locations in Florida were shut down by health inspectors in the past 12 months.
- What are the most common health violations at Checkers in Florida?
- The most frequently cited violations at Checkers locations in Florida are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- Which Florida city has the most Checkers locations?
- Miami has the most Checkers locations in Florida with 11 establishments.
- What was the most recent Checkers closure in Florida?
- Checkers #6322 in Deland was shut down on April 29, 2026 for sewage back up.
- How does Checkers compare to the Florida state average?
- Checkers has a pass rate of 73.7%, which is 12.3 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 4.4 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How much in fines has Checkers been assessed in Florida?
- Checkers locations in Florida have been assessed $36,740 in fines across 97 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $383 and the largest single fine was $1,400.
- How many fire safety violations has Checkers had in Florida?
- 43 fire safety violations have been documented across 30 Checkers locations in Florida. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- How often are Checkers locations inspected in Florida?
- Checkers locations in Florida have an average of 24.4 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
Checkers in Gainesville (3 locations)
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Checkers Drive in Rest # 3214 138 violations
2826 Nw 13th Street, Gainesville, FL 32609
36 inspections · 138 violations · Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025Checkers Drive in Rest # 3215 136 violations
3325 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607
26 inspections · 136 violations · Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025Checkers #6320 121 violations
912 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
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