Hendry County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Hendry County, Florida has 126 food establishments with 1,361 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 88.2%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 4.7 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to Clewiston Country Club in Clewiston on June 12, 2025.

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

126Facilities
1,361Total Inspections
2Closures 2026
88.2%Pass Rate
4.7Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessCityInspectionsViolationsClosures
China Taste Clewiston32 222 2
Yuri's Tavern Clewiston23 164 1
Thomas Diner Clewiston23 159 1
Punto Rojo Restaurant & Bakery Clewiston23 158 1
Clewiston Country Club Clewiston27 155 1

Hendry County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Hendry County 88.2% Pass Rate 88.2%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Hendry County 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Hendry County 1.59 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.59
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Hendry County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessCityViolationsResult
Kentucky Fried Chicken Clewiston1 Call Back - Complied
Kentucky Fried Chicken Clewiston4 (2 high) Warning Issued
Best Western of Clewiston Clewiston2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Riverbend Motorcoach Resort 2 Labelle0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Subway Labelle2 Call Back - Complied
Yuri's Tavern Clewiston4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
China Taste Clewiston3 Call Back - Complied
McDonald's of Clewiston Clewiston0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Subway Labelle4 Call Back - Extension given, pending
Taqueria Jalapenos INC Clewiston10 (1 high) Warning Issued

Hendry County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Hendry County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

41Actions on Record
$13,640Total Fines
$333Avg Fine
$1,100Largest Fine
27Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Jun 12, 2025 Clewiston Country Club $800 7--2025040754
Nov 17, 2025 China Taste $400 7--2025076833
May 14, 2025 Tacos Al Vapor El Moral LLC $320 7--2025003795
Jan 12, 2026 Sunrise Rest Authenic Mexican $200 7--2025088954
Jan 13, 2026 Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs $160 7--2025089638
Jul 14, 2025 Beef O Brady's of Labelle $160 7--2025041855

Hendry County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

38Fire Violations
20Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 16
Fire extinguisher in red zone 15
Other fire safety violation 3
Missing boiler certificate/report 2
Propane tank stored inside building 2

Hendry County 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. Hendry County has 64 FDACS-regulated facilities with 126 inspections on record.

64Retail Facilities
126FDACS Inspections

Hendry County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Hendry County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Dollar General 3 57 2,871
Save-A-Lot 1 36 399
Subway 1 27 304
Walgreens 1 1 743
Family Dollar 1 316 950
Shell 1 152 1,169
Sunoco 1 256 487

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Hendry County: Notable Restaurants

Hendry County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Beef O Bradys 2 418 0
Dunkin 2 270 0
Culvers 2 180 0
Subway 2 190 1
Burger King 2 134 0
Popeyes 2 179 0
McDonalds 2 123 0
Taco Bell 1 96 0
Kfc 1 201 0
Hungry Howies 1 54 0

Hendry County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Hendry County?
Hendry County, Florida has 126 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Hendry County?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Hendry County is 88.2%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Hendry County this year?
2 food establishments in Hendry County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Hendry County?
The most frequently cited violations in Hendry County are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Hendry County?
Beef O Bradys has the most locations in Hendry County with 2 establishments.
How does Hendry County compare to the Florida state average?
Hendry County has a pass rate of 88.2%, which is 2.2 percentage points above 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 Hendry County?
Food establishments in Hendry County have an average of 10.8 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Hendry County been assessed?
Food establishments in Hendry County have been assessed $13,640 in fines across 41 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $333 and the largest single fine was $1,100.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Hendry County restaurants?
38 fire safety violations have been documented across 20 food establishments in Hendry County. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Hendry County 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. Hendry County, Florida has 64 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 126 inspections on record.

Hendry County Restaurants & Food Establishments (124)

Star Liquor FDACS Retail

342 W Sugarland Hwy, Clewiston

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Family Dollar # 10749 FDACS Retail

499 US Highway 27, Moore Haven

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Ahern's Service Center & Convenience Store FDACS Retail

1198 AVE I HWY 27 S, Moore Haven

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

Family Grocery & Deli FDACS Retail

6490 Flaghole RD, Clewiston

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Dollar General Store #20543 FDACS Retail

12582 E SR 78, Moore Haven

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Arillis Corp FDACS Retail

14170 S State Road # 29, Felda

FDACS Retail Food · 448/Other Non Perishable Processor

First Quail Eggs FDACS Retail

643 US 27 N, Moore Haven

FDACS Retail Food · Shell Eggs

La Vie Market FDACS Retail

104 W Ventura Ave, Clewiston

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service

Dollar General # 8539 FDACS Retail

941 W Sugarland Hwy, Clewiston

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Tractor Supply #1853 FDACS Retail

1840 W State Road 80, Fort Denaud

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Jmf Agriculture INC FDACS Retail

14620 Queen Ave, Clewiston

FDACS Retail Food · Limited Poultry and Egg

Mexiraspado FDACS Retail

202 VENTURA STE AVE, Clewiston

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)

Olde Florida Motorcoach and Rv Resort

7551 W STATE RD 80, Labelle

3 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Pdq Grocery FDACS Retail

215 W Ventura Ave, Clewiston

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Exprezo #129 FDACS Retail

2772 W US Highway 27, Clewiston

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

Got Ice #0017 FDACS Retail

105 S Deane Duff Ave, Clewiston

FDACS Retail Food · Packaged Ice Self Vending

Montura's Market FDACS Retail

210 N Jinete ST, Clewiston

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Mesa Convience Store FDACS Retail

420 S Coral ST, Clewiston

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

Yack Quik Stop LLC FDACS Retail

1020 S W C Owen Ave, Clewiston

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Azteca Mexican and American Foods INC FDACS Retail

114 N San Jose ST, Clewiston

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft