Publix — FDACS Retail Food Inspection Record
15 stop-sale orders were issued at Publix locations by FDACS in the past 12 months.
Publix operates 394 Florida locations under FDACS retail food inspection jurisdiction, accumulating 30 stop sale orders across 15 of its 394 locations and 875 total citation violations. The most-cited violation is 3-501.16(A)(2) (Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or be), cited 120 times.
Source: Florida FDACS public records. Data covers retail food inspection activity under state agriculture department jurisdiction.
Publix: Top FDACS Citation Violations
| Code | Violation | Priority | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-501.16(A)(2) | Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. | P | 120 |
| 6-501.12 | Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done durin | — | 114 |
| 3-501.14(B) | Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from ingredients at ambient temperature not cooled | P | 98 |
| 6-501.11 | Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. | — | 93 |
| 3-302.11(A)(1) | Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw | P | 69 |
Publix: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order issued by FDACS prohibits the establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
| Date | Product | Reason | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kale Greens | — | Ocala | |
| Kale | — | Ocala | |
| Rotissirie Chicken Breast | FS 500; FAC SK-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Time/Temper | Ocala | |
| Honey BBQ Chicken Breast | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.” Time/Temp | Ocala | |
| Pastrami Seasoned Turkey Breast | FS 500; FAC SK-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Time/Temper | Ocala | |
| Black Forest Ham | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Time/Temper | Ocala |
Publix: Florida City Breakdown
| City | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 17 | 1 | 54 |
| Tampa | 17 | 3 | 46 |
| Orlando | 15 | 0 | 14 |
| Miami | 11 | 0 | 22 |
| Lakeland | 10 | 0 | 9 |
| Pensacola | 10 | 0 | 12 |
| Tallahassee | 10 | 3 | 44 |
| Saint Augustine | 9 | 0 | 23 |
| Ocala | 8 | 6 | 4 |
| Sarasota | 8 | 2 | 16 |
| Boca Raton | 6 | 0 | 22 |
| Spring Hill | 6 | 0 | 7 |
| Bradenton | 5 | 0 | 6 |
| Clearwater | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| Port St Lucie | 5 | 0 | 19 |
| St. Johns | 5 | 2 | 17 |
| Cape Coral | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| Clermont | 4 | 0 | 6 |
| Coral Springs | 4 | 2 | 24 |
| Delray Beach | 4 | 0 | 7 |
| Gainesville | 4 | 0 | 17 |
| Largo | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| Naples | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| Pembroke Pines | 4 | 0 | 7 |
| Stuart | 4 | 0 | 13 |
| Altamonte Springs | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| Deltona | 3 | 0 | 5 |
| Hialeah | 3 | 2 | 17 |
| Homestead | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| Hudson | 3 | 0 | 5 |
Publix: Notable Florida Locations
Most Stop-Sale Orders
- Sunrise — 5 stop-sale orders
- Ocala — 4 stop-sale orders
- Plantation — 3 stop-sale orders
Recently Inspected
- Loxahatchee — Apr 3, 2026
- Bonita Springs — Apr 2, 2026
- Naples — Apr 2, 2026
Publix FDACS Inspections: Frequently Asked Questions
- How many Florida locations does Publix have under FDACS inspection?
- Publix has 394 Florida locations tracked by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
- How many stop sale orders has Publix received in Florida?
- Publix has received 30 stop sale orders across its FDACS-regulated Florida locations, affecting 15 individual sites.
- What are the most common FDACS violations at Publix locations in Florida?
- The most frequently cited violation at Publix locations is 3-501.16(A)(2) — Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below, cited 120 times.
- How many stop-sale orders has Publix received in 2026?
- In 2026, FDACS has issued 15 stop sale orders at Publix locations in Florida.
- What agency regulates Publix in Florida?
- Publix retail locations in Florida are regulated by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees retail food stores, packaged food sales, and food distribution. Restaurant-format Publix locations may also be inspected by DBPR.
- What is a FDACS stop sale order?
- 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. Stop-sale orders can affect individual products, batches, or entire product lines at a location.
Publix in Altamonte Springs (4 locations)
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Publix Super Markets INC. #1793
1005 North State Road 434, Suite 1020, Altamonte Springs, FL 1 insp Vw Publix 0742
482 E Altamonte Dr, Altamonte Springs, FL 2 insp Publix # 0442
851 S State Road 434, Altamonte Springs, FL 2 insp · 6 violations Publix #1661
503 E Altamonte Dr Ste 1002, Altamonte Springs, FL 2 insp · 3 violations
1005 North State Road 434, Suite 1020, Altamonte Springs, FL 1 insp Vw Publix 0742
482 E Altamonte Dr, Altamonte Springs, FL 2 insp Publix # 0442
851 S State Road 434, Altamonte Springs, FL 2 insp · 6 violations Publix #1661
503 E Altamonte Dr Ste 1002, Altamonte Springs, FL 2 insp · 3 violations
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