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
- Maria — 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 Florida Locations (1,010)
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6030 14th St W, Bradenton, FL 1 insp Publix Liquor Store #1897
6028 14th St W, Bradenton, FL 1 insp Publix 1723
13150 Sr 64 E, Bradenton, FL 5 insp Publix # 1004
7310 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 1 insp · 6 violations Vw Publix 1447
4240 53rd Ave E, Bradenton, FL 4 insp Vw Publix 1326
4651 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 8 insp · 2 violations Vw Publix 1004
7308 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 4 insp Vw Publix 0798
1755 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 2 insp Vw Publix 0780
3913 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 5 insp · 1 violations Vw Publix 0709
8330 Market St, Bradenton, FL 4 insp Vw Publix 0491
7290 55th Ave E, Bradenton, FL 5 insp · 4 violations Publix Liquor Store # 1004
7318 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 1 insp Vw Publix 0663
11255 Causeway Blvd, Brandon, FL 2 insp Vw Publix 0129
1248 Kingsway Rd, Brandon, FL 3 insp Vw Publix 0532
939 W Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 7 insp · 1 violations Vw Publix 1681
949 E Bloomingdale Ave, Brandon, FL 4 insp · 1 violations Publix 1506
3838, Britton Plz Tampa, FL 6 insp Publix 1871
1400 Pinehurst Dr, Brooksville, FL 3 insp Publix # 0418
1616 Cape Coral Pkwy W, Cape Coral, FL 2 insp · 1 violations Publix # 0826
1631 Del Prado Blvd S Ste 500, Cape Coral, FL 2 insp · 1 violations
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