McDonald's in Cottondale
Last inspected:
2510 Us Hwy 231, Cottondale, FL 32431Part of: McDonalds Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This McDonald's location in Cottondale has been emergency-closed once, on September 17, 2018, for unsanitary conditions. Across 24 inspections since 2016, the facility has accumulated 113 violations, averaging 4.7 per inspection — slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. A single disciplinary action resulted in $200 in fines. The most serious inspection occurred on November 23, 2021, when inspectors issued a warning after documenting 10 violations including employee health reporting failures, improper hand washing, and chemical storage issues. Allergen awareness violations appeared in multiple inspections across 2020 and 2022. The most recent inspection on February 13, 2026 found no violations and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: September 17, 2018 for unsanitary conditions.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
McDonald's in Cottondale: Comparison to Jackson County Averages
McDonald's in Cottondale: Emergency Closure History (1)
McDonald's in Cottondale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2019039292 | $200.00 | Jul 23, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
McDonald's in Cottondale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
McDonald's in Cottondale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was McDonald's in Cottondale last inspected?
- McDonald's in Cottondale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was McDonald's in Cottondale last shut down?
- McDonald's in Cottondale was last shut down on September 17, 2018 for unsanitary conditions. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at McDonald's in Cottondale?
- The most frequently cited violations at McDonald's in Cottondale are: Single-use items, Allergen awareness, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has McDonald's in Cottondale had?
- McDonald's in Cottondale has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of McDonald's in Cottondale find?
- McDonald's in Cottondale was most recently inspected on February 13, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has McDonald's in Cottondale ever been shut down?
- Yes, McDonald's in Cottondale has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has McDonald's in Cottondale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, McDonald's in Cottondale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has McDonald's in Cottondale been fined?
- McDonald's in Cottondale has been fined a total of $200.00 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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