Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston
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13983 Fl 80, Clewiston, FL 33440Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston has been emergency-closed once, on September 27, 2021, for rodent activity. The facility has accumulated 160 violations across 22 inspections between 2016 and January 2026, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection—significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring across the record, including employee health policy violations cited in at least 5 inspections, handwashing violations appearing in at least 4 inspections, improper cooking temperatures in at least 3 inspections, and food contact surface violations in at least 4 inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. A fire safety violation was documented at the most recent inspection on January 5, 2026, noting a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone at the kitchen exit door. The January 5, 2026 inspection resulted in a disposition of Inspection Completed - No Further Action, though November 5, 2024 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation following citations for employee health policy, handwashing, proper cooking temperatures, and chemical storage violations.
Most recent closure: September 27, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston: Comparison to Hendry County Averages
Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston: Emergency Closure History (1)
Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021045059 | $400.00 | Sep 27, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston last inspected?
- Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston last shut down?
- Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston was last shut down on September 27, 2021 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston?
- The most frequently cited violations at Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston had?
- Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston find?
- Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston was most recently inspected on April 29, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston ever been shut down?
- Yes, Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston been fined?
- Yuri's Tavern in Clewiston has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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