Chiefland — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Chiefland, Florida has 65 food establishments with 616 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 79.3%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.7 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $600 assessed to Filipines Food and More in Chiefland on November 21, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betts Big T | 49 | 387 | 1 |
| Bubbaque's 6001 | 32 | 245 | 1 |
| Los Avina Mexican Restaurant | 20 | 168 | 1 |
| China 1 Chiefland | 28 | 163 | 1 |
| Bell's Catering / Bubbaques | 22 | 151 | 1 |
Chiefland Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Chiefland Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mya's Noodle House | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Beef'o'brady's | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Mya's Noodle House | 7 (4 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Viejo Amigo Mexican Restaurant | 2 (2 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Viejo Amigo Mexican Restaurant | 9 (6 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Treasure Camp | 9 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Abc Pizza | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Los Avina Mexican Restaurant | 7 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Beef'o'brady's | 1 | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Beef'o'brady's | 14 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2025 | Filipines Food and More | $600 | 5--2025047496 |
| 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 Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Chiefland has 36 FDACS-regulated facilities with 92 inspections on record and 16 stop-sale orders issued.
Chiefland FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Save-a-lot-24703-335514 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated. Commen… | |
| Save-a-lot-24703-335514 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated. Commen… | |
| Save-a-lot-24703-335514 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated. Commen… | |
| Save-a-lot-24703-335514 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated. Commen… | |
| Quincey-cattle-beef-LLC-428539 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe… | |
| Quincey-cattle-beef-LLC-428539 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe… | |
| Quincey-cattle-beef-LLC-428539 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe… | |
| Quincey-cattle-beef-LLC-428539 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe… | |
| Quincey-cattle-beef-LLC-428539 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe… | |
| Quincey-cattle-beef-LLC-428539 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe… |
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Chiefland FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Chiefland Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellianos Coffee | 1 | 2 | 38 |
| Walgreens | 1 | 1 | 743 |
| Winn-Dixie | 1 | 170 | 584 |
| Aldi | 1 | 2 | 310 |
| CVS | 1 | 9 | 882 |
| Dollar Tree | 1 | 9 | 1,084 |
| Save-A-Lot | 1 | 36 | 399 |
| Walmart | 1 | 77 | 608 |
Chiefland: Notable Restaurants
Betts Big T
Bubbaque's 6001
Los Avina Mexican Restaurant
Viejo Amigo Mexican Restaurant
Huddle House
Mya's Noodle House
Chiefland: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days Inn | 1 | 48 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 99 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 119 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 85 | 0 |
| Kfc | 1 | 65 | 0 |
| Subway | 1 | 73 | 0 |
| Hardees | 1 | 124 | 0 |
| Quality Inn | 1 | 57 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 152 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 1 | 39 | 0 |
Chiefland Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Chiefland?
- Chiefland, Florida has 65 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 79.3%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- 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?
- Days Inn has the most locations in Chiefland with 1 establishments.
- How does Chiefland compare to the Florida state average?
- Chiefland has a pass rate of 79.3%, which is 6.7 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.7 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Chiefland?
- Food establishments in Chiefland have an average of 9.5 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 $6,800 in fines across 18 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $378 and the largest single fine was $800.
- 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.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Chiefland inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Chiefland, Florida has 36 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 92 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Chiefland?
- FDACS has issued 16 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Chiefland. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Chiefland Restaurants & Food Establishments (64)
The Chubby Mermaid FDACS Retail
11650 NW 115th ST, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceDollar General # 1337 FDACS Retail
1302 N Young Blvd, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesEllianos Coffee FDACS Retail
2210 N Young Blvd, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSAdvance Auto Parts # 9162 FDACS Retail
1405 N Young Blvd, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF/TCSWalgreens # 9787 FDACS Retail
2227 N Young Blvd, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesBeall's Outlet # 0175 FDACS Retail
2202 N Young Blvd Ste 601, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFQuincey Cattle Beef FDACS Retail
1564 NW 27th CT, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)Circle K #2709087 FDACS Retail
803 N Main ST, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSKb's Fresh Prep FDACS Retail
101 Rodgers Blvd, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Other Perishable ProcessingThe Deer Camp FDACS Retail
306 S Main ST, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Seafood Market RetailJiffy Food Store FDACS Retail
403 N Main ST, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSQuincey Cattle Beef LLC FDACS Retail
1564 NW 27th Ave, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Meat Market RetailGarcia Market LLC FDACS Retail
114 N Main ST, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesGainesville Smoke Shop 6 FDACS Retail
107 Rodgers Blvd, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - HempThe Hemp Station FDACS Retail
118 Rodgers Blvd, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Health Food StoreHudson Food Stores INC. FDACS Retail
8051 NW 115th ST, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSMomo and Jojo's:not Just Donuts Anymore FDACS Retail
1206 North Young Blvd, Green Row #24, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Retail BakeryH & R Shop N Hop FDACS Retail
13574 NW Highway 19 Unit 1, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSJiffy 1543 FDACS Retail
1904 N Young Blvd, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceCvs Pharmacy # 03000 FDACS Retail
2137 N Young Blvd, Chiefland
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables