Chiefland — Food Safety Records
Chiefland, Florida has 29 food establishments with 629 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 75.9%, below the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 5.8 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Hardee's in Chiefland, shut down June 25, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $1,000 assessed to Betts Big T in Chiefland on May 5, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Chiefland Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Chiefland
75.9%
Pass Rate
75.9%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Chiefland
5.8
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Chiefland
3.45
Closures per 100 Facilities
3.45
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Chiefland Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Hardee's | Rodent activity |
Chiefland Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardee's | 9 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Huddle House | 27 (11 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Taco Bell 198 | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Q5 Pho | 23 (9 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Burger King #9162 | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| BBQ Bill's | 13 (4 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Chiefland Billiards | 6 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Burger King #9162 | 12 (3 high) | Warning Issued |
Chiefland Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 9,095 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 6,878 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 6,153 |
| 35 | Single-use items | 5,405 |
| 33 | Proper cooling equipment | 5,400 |
Chiefland Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2026 | Betts Big T | $1,000 | 5--2025085538 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Zaxby's | $600 | 5--2025067050 |
Chiefland Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 16 |
| Other fire safety violation | 2 |
Chiefland: Notable Restaurants
Betts Big T
49 inspections
387 violations
1 closures
Bubbaque's 6001
33 inspections
253 violations
1 closures
Los Avina Mexican Restaurant
20 inspections
168 violations
1 closures
Huddle House
38 inspections
269 violations
Viejo Amigo Mexican Restaurant
38 inspections
209 violations
Q5 Pho
5 inspections
65 violations
Chiefland: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardees | 1 | 143 | 1 |
| Quality Inn | 1 | 57 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 152 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 1 | 39 | 0 |
| Zaxbys | 1 | 29 | 1 |
| Days Inn | 1 | 48 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 99 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 129 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 97 | 0 |
| Kfc | 1 | 65 | 0 |
Chiefland Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Chiefland?
- Chiefland, Florida has 29 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Chiefland?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Chiefland is 75.9%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Chiefland this year?
- 1 food establishments in Chiefland have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Chiefland?
- The most frequently cited violations in Chiefland are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Chiefland?
- Hardees has the most locations in Chiefland with 1 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Chiefland?
- Hardee's in Chiefland was shut down on June 25, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does Chiefland compare to the Florida state average?
- Chiefland has a pass rate of 75.9%, which is 9.9 percentage points below the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 5.8 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Chiefland?
- Food establishments in Chiefland have an average of 21.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Chiefland been assessed?
- Food establishments in Chiefland have been assessed $6,750 in fines across 17 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $397 and the largest single fine was $1,000.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Chiefland restaurants?
- 18 fire safety violations have been documented across 11 food establishments in Chiefland. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
In the News Chiefland
Chiefland Hardee's Emergency-Closed for Rodent Activity, Reopens Next Morning
State inspectors shut down a Chiefland Hardee's on June 25 after finding rodent activity, the restaurant's second emerge…
Chiefland Restaurants & Food Establishments (28)
Q5 Pho
1525 NW 26 AVE, Chiefland
5 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Aug 2026Treasure Camp
15249 NW 46 LN, Chiefland
12 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Apr 2026Kfc
1105 N YOUNG BLVD, Chiefland
11 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Nov 2025Quality Inn
1125 N YOUNG BLVD, Chiefland
19 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Dec 2025Days Inn
809 NW 21 AVE, Chiefland
16 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Nov 2025Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
1124 N YOUNG BLVD, Chiefland
10 inspections · 39 violations · Last: Nov 2025Vine and Branch
224 N MAIN ST, Chiefland
3 inspections · 7 violations · Last: Sep 20256m Ranch
6551 NW 30 AVE, Chiefland
2 inspections · 5 violations · Last: Feb 2026
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