Hungry Howies in Ellenton
Last inspected:
5912 18th St E, Ellenton, FL 34222Part of: Hungry Howies Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Hungry Howies #257 in Ellenton has accumulated 188 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.2 per visit. The facility faced two disciplinary actions totaling $400 in fines. Recent enforcement shows an escalation pattern, with inspectors issuing an administrative complaint in November 2025 after finding 13 violations including 6 high-priority items, followed by continued compliance issues in January 2026. Top recurring violations involve proper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and protecting outer openings from pests.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hungry Howies in Ellenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
This Facility
7.2
violations / inspection
7.2 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg
4.78
violations / inspection
4.78 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Manatee County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Hungry Howies in Ellenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,500.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026013096 | $1,100.00 | Jan 7, 2026 | Jacksonville | |
| 7--2025091354 | $200.00 | Nov 7, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2021043874 | $200.00 | Aug 19, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Hungry Howies in Ellenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Hungry Howies in Ellenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hungry Howies in Ellenton last inspected?
- Hungry Howies #257 in Ellenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 7, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Hungry Howies in Ellenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hungry Howies #257 in Ellenton are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Hungry Howies in Ellenton had?
- Hungry Howies #257 in Ellenton has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hungry Howies in Ellenton find?
- Hungry Howies #257 in Ellenton was most recently inspected on January 7, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Hungry Howies in Ellenton ever been shut down?
- No, Hungry Howies #257 in Ellenton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- Has Hungry Howies in Ellenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hungry Howies #257 in Ellenton has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,500.00 in fines.
- How much has Hungry Howies in Ellenton been fined?
- Hungry Howies #257 in Ellenton has been fined a total of $1,500.00 across 3 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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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