DeSoto County — Food Safety Records
DeSoto County, Florida has 47 food establishments with 828 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 80.9%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.5 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $640 assessed to Open Road Bar in Arcadia on October 29, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
DeSoto County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
DeSoto County
80.9%
Pass Rate
80.9%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
DeSoto County
5.5
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.5
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
DeSoto County
4.26
Closures per 100 Facilities
4.26
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
DeSoto County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chili's Grill & Bar | Arcadia | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| China Kitchen | Arcadia | 5 | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| China Wok I | Arcadia | 12 (4 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Las 3 Princesas | Arcadia | 11 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Holiday Inn Express | Arcadia | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| China Kitchen | Arcadia | 12 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Behind the Fence | Arcadia | 7 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Miss Rachells | Arcadia | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Open Road Bar | Arcadia | 3 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Open Road Bar | Arcadia | 7 (1 high) | Warning Issued |
DeSoto County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 13,535 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 7,173 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 6,414 |
| 33 | Proper cooling equipment | 6,383 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 6,166 |
DeSoto County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2025 | Open Road Bar | $640 | 7--2025053957 |
| Jan 12, 2026 | China Kitchen | $400 | 7--2025086326 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | King Buffet | $400 | 7--2026034032 |
| Dec 4, 2025 | Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant LLC | $400 | 7--2025066432 |
| Mar 25, 2026 | Azul Tequila Mexican Restaurant LLC | $400 | 7--2026003522 |
DeSoto County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 10 |
| Other fire safety violation | 7 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 6 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 5 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 4 |
DeSoto County: Notable Restaurants
DeSoto County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 2 | 114 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 81 | 1 |
| Holiday Inn | 1 | 75 | 0 |
| Beef O Bradys | 1 | 197 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 138 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 1 | 35 | 0 |
| Culvers | 1 | 24 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 118 | 0 |
| Wendys | 1 | 106 | 0 |
| Chilis | 1 | 205 | 0 |
DeSoto County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in DeSoto County?
- DeSoto County, Florida has 47 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in DeSoto County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in DeSoto County is 80.9%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in DeSoto County this year?
- 2 food establishments in DeSoto County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in DeSoto County?
- The most frequently cited violations in DeSoto County are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in DeSoto County?
- Subway has the most locations in DeSoto County with 2 establishments.
- How does DeSoto County compare to the Florida state average?
- DeSoto County has a pass rate of 80.9%, which is 4.9 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.5 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in DeSoto County?
- Food establishments in DeSoto County have an average of 17.6 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in DeSoto County been assessed?
- Food establishments in DeSoto County have been assessed $9,210 in fines across 25 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $368 and the largest single fine was $800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in DeSoto County restaurants?
- 32 fire safety violations have been documented across 18 food establishments in DeSoto County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
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DeSoto County Restaurants & Food Establishments (47)
McDonald's Restaurant
1203 E OAK ST, Arcadia
21 inspections · 118 violations · Last: Sep 2026Wendy's 9253
2719 SW HWY 70, Arcadia
26 inspections · 106 violations · Last: Jul 2026Nav-a-gator
9700 SW RIVERVIEW CIR, Arcadia
18 inspections · 105 violations · Last: Apr 2026Broken Spur Diner
10 POLK AVE, Arcadia
21 inspections · 94 violations · Last: Feb 2026Yellow Deli
22 N POLK AVE, Arcadia
15 inspections · 88 violations · Last: Jul 2026Brother's Fish House Restaurant II
5 & 7 N LUTHER AVE, Arcadia
12 inspections · 86 violations · Last: Jul 2026Arcadia Stockyard
2719 NE EARNEST ST, Arcadia
20 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Sep 2026Subway 3251
2715 SE HWY 70, Arcadia
26 inspections · 76 violations · Last: Aug 2026Holiday Inn Express
2709 SE HWY 70, Arcadia
20 inspections · 75 violations · Last: Sep 2026Kfc
2333 SE HWY 70, Arcadia
18 inspections · 72 violations · Last: Jun 2026Paradise Golf Club
8135 SW SUNNYBREEZE RD, Arcadia
25 inspections · 66 violations · Last: Jun 2026Myshelly's Kitchen
15 W OAK ST, Arcadia
19 inspections · 66 violations · Last: Sep 2026Red Zone LLC
307 S ALABAMA AVE, Arcadia
13 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Dec 2025La Michoacana of Arcadia INC
916 E OAK ST, Arcadia
8 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Jul 2026Las 3 Princesas
4327 HWY 17, Arcadia
6 inspections · 42 violations · Last: Sep 2026Subway 39365
2725 SE HWY 70, Arcadia
14 inspections · 38 violations · Last: May 2026Open Road Bar
4313 N W HWY 70, Arcadia
8 inspections · 36 violations · Last: Sep 2026Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
2729 SE HWY 70, Arcadia
7 inspections · 35 violations · Last: Dec 2025Giuseppe's Brooklyn Oven I LLC
2135 SW HWY 17, Arcadia
5 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Sep 2026Culver's
2455 SE HWY 70, Arcadia
6 inspections · 24 violations · Last: Jul 2026