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 |
| 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 |
| Nov 20, 2025 | Checkers #5906 | Orlando | $800 | 4--2025074476 |
| 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 |
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 Port St Lucie (2 locations)
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Checkers 6274 3 closures174 violations
10461 S Federal Hwy, Port St Lucie, FL 34952
31 inspections · 174 violations · Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026Checkers 42 violations
1298 Sw Gatlin Blvd, Port St Lucie, FL 34953
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