Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz

Last inspected:

2391 Sun Vista Dr, Lutz, FL 33559

Part of: Cheddar's Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz has been emergency-closed twice for pest activity: roach activity on October 4, 2023, and rodent, roach, and fly activity on August 3, 2023. Across 26 inspections dating to at least 2023, the facility accumulated 126 violations, averaging 4.8 per inspection, near the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations included shell stock requirements (cited in at least 4 inspections), hand washing violations, food contact surface issues, and chemical storage failures. The facility received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. Most recent inspection on December 16, 2025 was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: October 4, 2023 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

27Inspections
132Violations
2Closures
$800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz: Comparison to Pasco County Averages

This Facility 4.9 violations / inspection 4.9 violations per inspection
Pasco County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Pasco County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 09:42:00
Rodent, Roach & Fly activity 12:25:00

Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $800.00

Disciplinary action history for Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2023062235 $400.00 Oct 4, 2023 Fort Lauderdale
3--2023057277 $400.00 Aug 3, 2023 Orlando

Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections37 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz last inspected?
Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz last shut down?
Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz was last shut down on October 4, 2023 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz?
The most frequently cited violations at Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz are: Consumer advisory, Toxic substance control, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz had?
Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz find?
Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz was most recently inspected on April 9, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz ever been shut down?
Yes, Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
Has Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
How much has Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz been fined?
Cheddar's Casual Cafe in Lutz has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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