Johns Drive in in Fort Meade
Last inspected:
17 N Charleston Ave, Fort Meade, FL 33841Johns Drive In in Fort Meade has been cited for 108 violations across 20 inspections since 2022, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection—slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Proper hand washing, food contact surface sanitation, and chemical storage violations have been documented in multiple inspections, indicating recurring compliance issues in foundational food safety practices. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. The most recent inspection on January 22, 2026 documented 12 violations including high-priority findings for employee health reporting, chemical storage, and hand washing, though the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Johns Drive in in Fort Meade: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Johns Drive in in Fort Meade: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Johns Drive in in Fort Meade: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Johns Drive in in Fort Meade last inspected?
- Johns Drive in in Fort Meade was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Johns Drive in in Fort Meade?
- The most frequently cited violations at Johns Drive in in Fort Meade are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Johns Drive in in Fort Meade had?
- Johns Drive in in Fort Meade has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Johns Drive in in Fort Meade find?
- Johns Drive in in Fort Meade was most recently inspected on September 14, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Johns Drive in in Fort Meade ever been shut down?
- No, Johns Drive in in Fort Meade 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 V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- 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.
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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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