Hawthorne — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Hawthorne, Florida has 26 food establishments with 194 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 70%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 4.7 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $600 assessed to Wrap Shack in Hawthorne on January 29, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

26Facilities
194Total Inspections
1Closures 2026
70%Pass Rate
4.7Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
China House 34 309 2
Dianne's Old Time Barbeque 36 250 1
Wrap Shack 24 177 1
Rusty Rail 28 132 0
Burger Barn 24 115 0

Hawthorne Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Hawthorne 70% Pass Rate 70%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Hawthorne 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Hawthorne 3.85 Closures per 100 Facilities 3.85
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Hawthorne Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
China House 16 (3 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Wrap Shack 0 Call Back - Complied
Wrap Shack 0 Call Back - Complied
Rusty Rail 5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Hawthorne Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
08 Proper hand/arm washing 1,999
23 Chemical properly stored 1,742
24 Toxic substance control 1,736
22 Consumer advisory 1,514
14 Food contact surfaces 1,492

Hawthorne Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

3Actions on Record
$1,800Total Fines
$600Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
3Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Jan 29, 2026 Wrap Shack $600 5--2025089903

Hawthorne Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

8Fire Violations
5Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 7
Exit blocked or locked 1

Hawthorne Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Hawthorne has 16 FDACS-regulated facilities with 34 inspections on record and 7 stop-sale orders issued.

16Retail Facilities
34FDACS Inspections
7Stop-Sale Orders

Hawthorne FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

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. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Orange-heights-shell-establishment-292094-292094 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food…
Orange-heights-shell-establishment-292094-292094 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Orange-heights-shell-establishment-292094-292094 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Protection From Contamination: …
Orange-heights-shell-establishment-292094-292094 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food…
Orange-heights-shell-establishment-292094-292094 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
Hawthorne-markets-INC-387144 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro…
Hawthorne-markets-INC-387144 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro…

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Hawthorne FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 9
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning 6
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 6
6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or 5
4-903.11(A) Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 4

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Hawthorne Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Family Dollar 1 316 950
Circle K 1 102 1,574
Dollar General 1 57 2,871
Shell 1 152 1,169
CVS 1 9 882

All Florida retail food chains →

About FDACS Retail Food Inspections →

Hawthorne: Notable Restaurants

China House

Hawthorne · Most Closures

34 inspections 309 violations 2 closures

Dianne's Old Time Barbeque

Hawthorne · Most Closures

36 inspections 250 violations 1 closures

Wrap Shack

Hawthorne · Most Closures

24 inspections 177 violations 1 closures

Rusty Rail

Hawthorne · Most Inspected

28 inspections 132 violations

Hawthorne: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 1 49 0
McDonalds 1 66 0

Hawthorne Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Hawthorne?
Hawthorne, Florida has 26 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Hawthorne?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Hawthorne is 70%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Hawthorne this year?
1 food establishments in Hawthorne have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Hawthorne?
The most frequently cited violations in Hawthorne are: Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored, Toxic substance control.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Hawthorne?
Subway has the most locations in Hawthorne with 1 establishments.
How does Hawthorne compare to the Florida state average?
Hawthorne has a pass rate of 70%, which is 16 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 4.7 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Hawthorne?
Food establishments in Hawthorne have an average of 7.5 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Hawthorne been assessed?
Food establishments in Hawthorne have been assessed $1,800 in fines across 3 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $600 and the largest single fine was $800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Hawthorne restaurants?
8 fire safety violations have been documented across 5 food establishments in Hawthorne. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Hawthorne inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Hawthorne, Florida has 16 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 34 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Hawthorne?
FDACS has issued 7 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Hawthorne. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

In the News Hawthorne

Hawthorne Restaurants & Food Establishments (25)

China House 2 closures

6005 SE US HWY 301 UNIT 104-105, Hawthorne

34 inspections · 309 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Dianne's Old Time Barbeque 1 closure

US 301, Hawthorne

36 inspections · 250 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Wrap Shack 1 closure

6915 SE 221ST ST, Hawthorne

24 inspections · 177 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Rusty Rail

6005 US HWY 301 SUITE 404, Hawthorne

28 inspections · 132 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Burger Barn

205 N US 301, Hawthorne

24 inspections · 115 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Lochloosa Harbor Fishing Resort

15008 US HWY 301, Hawthorne

18 inspections · 71 violations · Last: Nov 2025

McDonald's Hawthorne

5615 SE US 301, Hawthorne

14 inspections · 66 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Subway

6005 SE US HWY 301 STE 103, Hawthorne

13 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Dec 2024

Da Spot

6005 SE US HWY 301 STE 502, Hawthorne

2 inspections · 2 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Hawthorne Markets INC. FDACS Retail

6005 N. HWY. 301, Hawthorne

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Circle K # 2006 FDACS Retail

1986 STATE ROAD 20, Hawthorne

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Morgan V Farms FDACS Retail

1633 NE US Highway 301, Hawthorne

FDACS Retail Food · Limited Poultry and Egg

Frog Song Kitchen FDACS Retail

4429 NE US Highway 301, Hawthorne

FDACS Retail Food · Other Perishable Processing

Waters Farms and Cattle LLC FDACS Retail

100 Bakers Acres DR, Hawthorne

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Sweet South Mini Donuts Establishment #: 419080 FDACS Retail

16416 SE 207th ST, Hawthorne

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor Inspected By. | DAVID CANO

Lucky Lime LLC FDACS Retail

1987 State Road 20, Hawthorne

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Cvs Pharmacy # 04629 FDACS Retail

6025 SE US Highway 301 # 406, Hawthorne

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Family Dollar # 0981 FDACS Retail

6005 SE US Highway 301 Ste 205, Hawthorne

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Tractor Supply Company #2632 FDACS Retail

7633 SE US Highway 301, Hawthorne

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Dollar General # 14096 FDACS Retail

101 S County Road 21, Hawthorne

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables