McDonalds — Florida Restaurant Inspections & Food Safety Records
McDonalds performs above Florida's state average — 93.9% pass rate vs. 85.8% statewide.
McDonalds operates 885 food establishments across Florida with 13,370 inspections on record. 1 locations were shut down in the past 12 months. The pass rate is 93.9%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 3.9 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: McDonald's Restaurants of Florida INC in Wauchula, shut down July 8, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $2,500 assessed to McDonald's #669 in Melbourne on September 10, 2021.
Summary based on Florida DBPR public inspection records. Updated July 2026.
Highest-Violation Locations
| Location | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Yulee | 23 | 100 | 3 |
| McDonald's 34803 | Jacksonville | 31 | 221 | 2 |
| McDonald's #669 | Melbourne | 32 | 166 | 2 |
| McDonald's | Tampa | 22 | 104 | 2 |
| McDonald's #17009 | Sunrise | 20 | 97 | 2 |
McDonalds: Comparison to Florida State Averages
McDonalds
93.9%
Pass Rate
93.9%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
McDonalds
3.9
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.9
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
McDonalds
0.11
Closures per 100 Locations
0.11
Florida Average
1.33
Closures per 100 Locations
1.33
McDonalds: Recent Restaurant Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's Restaurants of Florida INC | Wauchula | Rodent activity | |
| McDonald's #7151 | Riviera Beach | Roach & fly activity | |
| McDonald's | Miami | Roach activity | |
| McDonald's #11843 | West Palm Beach | Rodent activity | |
| McDonald's #17009 | Sunrise | Fly activity | |
| McDonald's #25345 | Lake Worth | Rodent activity | |
| McDonalds | Yulee | Roach & fly activity | |
| McDonalds 5323 | Orlando | Roach activity | |
| McDonald's 28730 | Palm Beach Gardens | Rodent & fly activity | |
| McDonald's Restaurant | Clearwater | Sewage back up |
McDonalds: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's | Tampa | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonald's #11055 | Boca Raton | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonald's #25652 | Davie | 1 (1 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| McDonald's | Gainesville | 6 (1 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| McDonalds 31718 | Cape Coral | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonald's #6204 | Miami Gardens | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonalds Corporations | Vero Bch | 6 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| McDonald's | Tampa | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonald's | Lakeland | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonalds #21181 | Jacksonville | 5 (1 high) | Administrative complaint recommended |
McDonalds: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 4,089 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 4,047 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 3,937 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 3,108 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 2,952 |
McDonalds: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | City | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2021 | McDonald's #669 | Melbourne | $2,500 | 4--2021034577 |
| Mar 6, 2024 | McDonald's 34803 | Jacksonville | $1,200 | 5--2023058370 |
| Jun 30, 2020 | McDonald's #2152 | Ruskin | $1,000 | 3--2020010044 |
| Feb 13, 2015 | McDonalds #681 | Oakland Park | $800 | 2--2015003739 |
| Aug 18, 2022 | McDonalds | Yulee | $800 | 5--2022037269 |
| Sep 10, 2020 | McDonald's #669 | Melbourne | $800 | 4--2020039141 |
| May 22, 2023 | McDonald's | Wesley Chapel | $800 | 3--2023004343 |
| May 3, 2023 | McDonald's | Wesley Chapel | $800 | 3--2023011773 |
| Sep 25, 2015 | McDonald's #26667 | Lamont | $700 | 6--2015038042 |
| Aug 16, 2023 | McDonald's #18305 | Ocala | $600 | 5--2023042166 |
McDonalds: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 279 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 66 |
| Other fire safety violation | 36 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 3 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 1 |
McDonalds: Notable Locations
McDonalds
23 inspections
100 violations
3 closures
McDonald's
22 inspections
89 violations
2 closures
McDonald's #2152
17 inspections
95 violations
2 closures
McDonald's #3134
34 inspections
109 violations
McDonald's #669
32 inspections
166 violations
2 closures
McDonald's 34803
31 inspections
221 violations
2 closures
McDonalds: Locations by City
| City | Locations | Avg Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | 55 | 4.14 | 3 |
| Orlando | 54 | 4.78 | 2 |
| Jacksonville | 42 | 6.28 | 10 |
| Tampa | 34 | 4.73 | 3 |
| Fort Myers | 15 | 2.54 | 0 |
| Lakeland | 15 | 3.75 | 1 |
| Pensacola | 14 | 2.33 | 0 |
| Kissimmee | 13 | 3.84 | 0 |
| Ocala | 12 | 4.78 | 2 |
| Sarasota | 12 | 3.15 | 0 |
| Tallahassee | 12 | 4.05 | 0 |
| West Palm Beach | 12 | 2.46 | 1 |
| Fort Lauderdale | 11 | 2.76 | 0 |
| Naples | 11 | 3.28 | 2 |
| Bradenton | 10 | 2.76 | 2 |
| Clearwater | 9 | 4.61 | 1 |
| Hialeah | 9 | 4.55 | 0 |
| Cape Coral | 8 | 3.45 | 0 |
| Gainesville | 8 | 5.45 | 0 |
| Boca Raton | 7 | 2.00 | 0 |
| Hollywood | 7 | 3.65 | 0 |
| New Port Richey | 7 | 3.68 | 1 |
| Melbourne | 6 | 3.98 | 2 |
| Palm Bay | 6 | 3.84 | 0 |
| Pompano Beach | 6 | 2.45 | 1 |
| Port St Lucie | 6 | 4.01 | 1 |
| St Petersburg | 6 | 5.10 | 0 |
| Sunrise | 6 | 3.48 | 3 |
| Boynton Beach | 5 | 2.09 | 1 |
| Clermont | 5 | 5.16 | 0 |
McDonalds: Frequently Asked Questions
- How many McDonalds locations are in Florida?
- McDonalds has 885 locations in Florida tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is McDonalds's health inspection pass rate in Florida?
- McDonalds has a pass rate of 93.9% across all Florida locations, which is 8.1 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%.
- How many McDonalds locations were shut down in Florida this year?
- 1 McDonalds locations in Florida were shut down by health inspectors in the past 12 months.
- What are the most common health violations at McDonalds in Florida?
- The most frequently cited violations at McDonalds locations in Florida are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- Which Florida city has the most McDonalds locations?
- Miami has the most McDonalds locations in Florida with 55 establishments.
- What was the most recent McDonalds closure in Florida?
- McDonald's Restaurants of Florida INC in Wauchula was shut down on July 8, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does McDonalds compare to the Florida state average?
- McDonalds has a pass rate of 93.9%, which is 8.1 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 3.9 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How much in fines has McDonalds been assessed in Florida?
- McDonalds locations in Florida have been assessed $46,120 in fines across 128 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $360 and the largest single fine was $2,500.
- How many fire safety violations has McDonalds had in Florida?
- 386 fire safety violations have been documented across 249 McDonalds locations in Florida. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
- How often are McDonalds locations inspected in Florida?
- McDonalds locations in Florida have an average of 15.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
McDonalds in Tampa (34 locations)
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McDonald's 2 closures104 violations
1002 S 78 St, Tampa, FL 33619
22 inspections · 104 violations · Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025McDonald's 8075 1 closure31 violations
19080 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL 33647
14 inspections · 31 violations · Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026McDonald's 107 violations
4818 S Manhattan Ave, Tampa, FL 33611
17 inspections · 107 violations · Last inspected: Jul 14, 2026McDonald's 101 violations
6505 S Dale Mabry, Tampa, FL 33611
15 inspections · 101 violations · Last inspected: Aug 6, 2025McDonald's 97 violations
3411 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL 33612
16 inspections · 97 violations · Last inspected: Jul 8, 2025McDonald's 27982 92 violations
2101 E 13 Ave, Tampa, FL 33605
14 inspections · 92 violations · Last inspected: May 15, 2026McDonald's 90 violations
3515 S Dale Mabry, Tampa, FL 33629
16 inspections · 90 violations · Last inspected: Oct 8, 2025McDonald's 89 violations
4443 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33609
15 inspections · 89 violations · Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026McDonalds #27983 88 violations
12205 W Linebaugh Ave, Tampa, FL 33626
16 inspections · 88 violations · Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026McDonald's 85 violations
2006 N 50 St, Tampa, FL 33619
13 inspections · 85 violations · Last inspected: May 19, 2026McDonalds 83 violations
8214 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33604
17 inspections · 83 violations · Last inspected: Oct 21, 2025McDonald's 83 violations
4009 N Armenia, Tampa, FL 33607
17 inspections · 83 violations · Last inspected: Jul 15, 2026McDonald's 82 violations
6013 E Mlk Blvd, Tampa, FL 33619
17 inspections · 82 violations · Last inspected: May 13, 2026McDonald's 81 violations
926 W Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 33612
14 inspections · 81 violations · Last inspected: Aug 25, 2025McDonald's 81 violations
10019 E Adamo Dr, Tampa, FL 33619
13 inspections · 81 violations · Last inspected: May 4, 2026McDonalds 18925 74 violations
5393 Ehrlich Rd, Tampa, FL 33625
15 inspections · 74 violations · Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026McDonald's 73 violations
1905 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33607
12 inspections · 73 violations · Last inspected: Jul 17, 2025McDonald's Store #1314 73 violations
1908 E Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33610
13 inspections · 73 violations · Last inspected: Nov 4, 2025McDonald's 69 violations
10410 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618
15 inspections · 69 violations · Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026McDonald's #10773 67 violations
501 E Mlk Dr, Tampa, FL 33603
13 inspections · 67 violations · Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
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