Lake Butler — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Lake Butler, Florida has 29 food establishments with 129 inspections on record. The pass rate is 87.5%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.9 violations per visit.

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

29Facilities
129Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
87.5%Pass Rate
5.9Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Skips Deli 21 93 1
Laredo's 18 198 0
Hardee's 24 194 0
China 1 24 152 0
Pop Pop's Pizza Box Too 11 59 0

Lake Butler Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Lake Butler 87.5% Pass Rate 87.5%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Lake Butler 5.9 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.9
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Lake Butler 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.38 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.38

Lake Butler Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
McDonald's Rest Lake Butler 5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Lake Butler Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
22 Consumer advisory 991
23 Chemical properly stored 753
03 Employee health reporting 745
14 Food contact surfaces 741
24 Toxic substance control 741

Lake Butler Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

2Actions on Record
$560Total Fines
$280Avg Fine
$400Largest Fine
0Facilities Fined

Lake Butler Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

2Fire Violations
1Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 2

Lake Butler 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. Lake Butler has 21 FDACS-regulated facilities with 45 inspections on record and 7 stop-sale orders issued.

21Retail Facilities
45FDACS Inspections
7Stop-Sale Orders

Lake Butler 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
Prarambh-investment-INC-399266 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han…
Prarambh-investment-INC-399266 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han…
Prarambh-investment-INC-399266 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food…
Prarambh-investment-INC-399266 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food…
Prarambh-investment-INC-399266 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han…
Prarambh-investment-INC-399266 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han…
In House — (In house) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects. ro…

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Lake Butler FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 8
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all 6
6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or 5
2-402.11 Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard 4
6-202.14 Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not 4

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Lake Butler Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Dollar General 1 57 2,871
CVS 1 9 882
Family Dollar 1 316 950

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Lake Butler: Notable Restaurants

Skips Deli

Lake Butler · Most Closures

21 inspections 93 violations 1 closures

China 1

Lake Butler · Most Inspected

24 inspections 152 violations

Hardee's

Lake Butler · Most Inspected

24 inspections 194 violations

McDonald's Rest Lake Butler

Lake Butler · Recently Inspected

10 inspections 39 violations

Subway #22560

Lake Butler · Recently Inspected

13 inspections 59 violations

Lake Butler: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
McDonalds 1 39 0
Hungry Howies 1 26 0
Hardees 1 194 0
Subway 1 59 0

Lake Butler Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Lake Butler?
Lake Butler, Florida has 29 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Lake Butler?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Lake Butler is 87.5%. The Florida state average is 86%.
What are the most common health violations in Lake Butler?
The most frequently cited violations in Lake Butler are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Employee health reporting.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Lake Butler?
McDonalds has the most locations in Lake Butler with 1 establishments.
How does Lake Butler compare to the Florida state average?
Lake Butler has a pass rate of 87.5%, which is 1.5 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.9 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Lake Butler?
Food establishments in Lake Butler have an average of 4.4 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Lake Butler been assessed?
Food establishments in Lake Butler have been assessed $560 in fines across 2 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $280 and the largest single fine was $400.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Lake Butler restaurants?
2 fire safety violations have been documented across 1 food establishments in Lake Butler. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Lake Butler 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. Lake Butler, Florida has 21 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 45 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Lake Butler?
FDACS has issued 7 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Lake Butler. 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 Lake Butler

Lake Butler Restaurants & Food Establishments (29)

Union Liquor FDACS Retail

440 W Main ST, Lake Butler

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Cvs Pharmacy # 05172 FDACS Retail

900 E Main ST, Lake Butler

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

B Squared Baked Goods & More LLC FDACS Retail

150 W Main ST, Lake Butler

FDACS Retail Food · 141/Retail Bakery w/FS

Spires Market FDACS Retail

610 SW 1st ST, Lake Butler

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

Williams 241 Gas & Grocery FDACS Retail

7351 SW County Road 241, Lake Butler

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

Fast Track Foods #214 FDACS Retail

1200 E Main ST, Lake Butler

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

A Rustic Twist LLC FDACS Retail

9453 SW County Road 239a, Lake Butler

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Kettle Creations LLC FDACS Retail

9560 SE 2nd RD, Lake Butler

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Family Dollar # 1523 FDACS Retail

675 W Main ST, Lake Butler

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables