Chick-fil-A — Florida Restaurant Inspections & Food Safety Records
Chick-fil-A performs above Florida's state average — 95.8% pass rate vs. 85.8% statewide.
Chick-fil-A operates 216 food establishments across Florida with 3,934 inspections on record. The pass rate is 95.8%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 3.4 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Chick-fil-a in Pinellas Park, shut down December 9, 2024 for roach & fly activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Chick-fil-a in Pinellas Park on November 19, 2021.
Summary based on Florida DBPR public inspection records. Updated July 2026.
Highest-Violation Locations
| Location | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chick Fil a Fsu #4720 | Tampa | 27 | 236 | 1 |
| Chick-fil-a | St Petersburg | 28 | 230 | 1 |
| Chick-fil-a | Pinellas Park | 40 | 212 | 1 |
| Chick Fil a Plant City | Plant City | 22 | 85 | 1 |
| Chick-fil-a Ocala | Ocala | 25 | 78 | 1 |
Chick-fil-A: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Chick-fil-A
95.8%
Pass Rate
95.8%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Chick-fil-A
3.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Chick-fil-A
0
Closures per 100 Locations
0
Florida Average
1.33
Closures per 100 Locations
1.33
Chick-fil-A: Recent Restaurant Closures (9)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chick-fil-a | Pinellas Park | Roach & fly activity | |
| Chick-fil-a | St Petersburg | Rodent, Roach & Fly activity | |
| Chick-fil-a at Cypress Creek Town Center | Lutz | Fly activity | |
| Chick Fil a North Miami Beach | North Miami Beach | Roach & fly activity | |
| Chick Fil a 1827 | Lake Park | Fly activity | |
| Chick Fil a Lake Worth South | Lake Worth | Roach activity | |
| Chick Fil a Fsu #4720 | Tampa | Roach activity | |
| Chick-fil-a Ocala | Ocala | Rodent activity | |
| Chick Fil a Plant City | Plant City | Roach activity |
Chick-fil-A: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chick-fil-a | Tampa | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a @ Tyndall Pkwy | Callaway | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a | Tampa | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a | Tampa | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a Fsu #4690 | Hialeah | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a at the Standard in-line | Gainesville | 1 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a at Pompano Beach | Pompano Beach | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick Fil a Fsu 4871 | Bradenton | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a | Tampa | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Chick-fil-a | Palm Coast | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Chick-fil-A: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 1,118 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 1,097 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 1,002 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 910 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 908 |
Chick-fil-A: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | City | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 19, 2021 | Chick-fil-a | Pinellas Park | $800 | 3--2021049370 |
| Nov 8, 2022 | Chick-fil-a at Cypress Creek Town Center | Lutz | $400 | 3--2022048880 |
| Jul 19, 2021 | Chick Fil a 1827 | Lake Park | $400 | 2--2021028995 |
| Apr 23, 2015 | Chick-fil-a of Southchase Plaza | Orlando | $400 | 4--2015015793 |
| Aug 17, 2017 | Chick Fil a Lake Worth South | Lake Worth | $400 | 2--2017035739 |
| Oct 15, 2024 | Chick Fil a of the Mall at Wellington Green | Wellington | $400 | 2--2024054810 |
| Aug 25, 2017 | Chick Fil a Plant City | Plant City | $400 | 3--2017032644 |
| Aug 31, 2021 | Chick-fil-a at Broward Mall | Plantation | $400 | 2--2021034935 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | Chick-fil-a | St Petersburg | $400 | 3--2022050826 |
| Sep 30, 2015 | Chick Fil a Fsu #4720 | Tampa | $400 | 3--2015040944 |
Chick-fil-A: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 22 |
| Other fire safety violation | 18 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 15 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 2 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 2 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 2 |
Chick-fil-A: Notable Locations
Chick Fil a Fsu #4720
27 inspections
236 violations
1 closures
Chick Fil a Plant City
22 inspections
85 violations
1 closures
Chick-fil-a
40 inspections
212 violations
1 closures
Chick-fil-a
33 inspections
115 violations
Chick-fil-a
32 inspections
149 violations
Chick-fil-a
24 inspections
64 violations
Chick-fil-A: Locations by City
| City | Locations | Avg Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando | 17 | 3.98 | 0 |
| Jacksonville | 13 | 5.22 | 0 |
| Tampa | 11 | 4.51 | 1 |
| Tallahassee | 6 | 2.11 | 0 |
| Miami | 5 | 4.06 | 0 |
| Bradenton | 4 | 3.47 | 0 |
| Kissimmee | 4 | 4.34 | 0 |
| Sarasota | 4 | 2.73 | 0 |
| Brandon | 3 | 3.39 | 0 |
| Clearwater | 3 | 4.01 | 0 |
| Clermont | 3 | 5.37 | 0 |
| Davie | 3 | 2.46 | 0 |
| Fort Myers | 3 | 2.48 | 0 |
| Hialeah | 3 | 1.90 | 0 |
| Lutz | 3 | 2.88 | 1 |
| Ocala | 3 | 2.32 | 1 |
| Pensacola | 3 | 1.21 | 0 |
| West Palm Beach | 3 | 2.55 | 0 |
| Altamonte Springs | 2 | 1.34 | 0 |
| Boynton Beach | 2 | 1.91 | 0 |
| Deerfield Beach | 2 | 2.23 | 0 |
| Delray Beach | 2 | 1.95 | 0 |
| Doral | 2 | 2.75 | 0 |
| Gainesville | 2 | 2.45 | 0 |
| Homestead | 2 | 2.58 | 0 |
| Lake Worth | 2 | 1.54 | 1 |
| Lakeland | 2 | 2.82 | 0 |
| Melbourne | 2 | 4.24 | 0 |
| Miramar | 2 | 2.88 | 0 |
| Naples | 2 | 1.48 | 0 |
Chick-fil-A: Frequently Asked Questions
- How many Chick-fil-A locations are in Florida?
- Chick-fil-A has 216 locations in Florida tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is Chick-fil-A's health inspection pass rate in Florida?
- Chick-fil-A has a pass rate of 95.8% across all Florida locations, which is 10 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%.
- What are the most common health violations at Chick-fil-A in Florida?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chick-fil-A locations in Florida are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- Which Florida city has the most Chick-fil-A locations?
- Orlando has the most Chick-fil-A locations in Florida with 17 establishments.
- What was the most recent Chick-fil-A closure in Florida?
- Chick-fil-a in Pinellas Park was shut down on December 9, 2024 for roach & fly activity.
- How does Chick-fil-A compare to the Florida state average?
- Chick-fil-A has a pass rate of 95.8%, which is 10 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 3.4 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How much in fines has Chick-fil-A been assessed in Florida?
- Chick-fil-A locations in Florida have been assessed $13,270 in fines across 49 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $276 and the largest single fine was $800.
- How many fire safety violations has Chick-fil-A had in Florida?
- 61 fire safety violations have been documented across 46 Chick-fil-A locations in Florida. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- How often are Chick-fil-A locations inspected in Florida?
- Chick-fil-A locations in Florida have an average of 18.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
Chick-fil-A in Tampa (11 locations)
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Chick Fil a Fsu #4720 1 closure236 violations
8465 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33615
27 inspections · 236 violations · Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026Chick Fil a South Dale 163 violations
609 S Dale Mabry, Tampa, FL 33609
25 inspections · 163 violations · Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026Chick-fil-a 136 violations
3019 Cove Bend Dr, Tampa, FL 33613
26 inspections · 136 violations · Last inspected: Jul 10, 2026Chick Fil a at Gandy Blvd 125 violations
3678 West Gandy Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33611
24 inspections · 125 violations · Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026Chick-fil-a Tampa Stadium 123 violations
2551 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa, FL 33607
21 inspections · 123 violations · Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026Chick-fil-a 106 violations
17513 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL 33647
22 inspections · 106 violations · Last inspected: Jul 14, 2026Chick-fil-a at Waters Ave 97 violations
6299 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33634
24 inspections · 97 violations · Last inspected: May 27, 2026Chick-fil-a 85 violations
2811 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33612
19 inspections · 85 violations · Last inspected: Jul 14, 2026Chick-fil-a 64 violations
3000 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL 33612
24 inspections · 64 violations · Last inspected: Jul 16, 2026Chick Fil a at N Dale Mabry Hwy
3800 Ehrlich Rd, Tampa, FL 33618
3 inspections · 6 violations · Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026Chick Fil a
4100 George J Bean Pkwy, Tampa, FL 33607
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