Madison — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Madison, Florida has 41 food establishments with 321 inspections on record. The pass rate is 100%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 2.9 violations per visit.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oneals Country Buffet | 26 | 145 | 0 |
| Waffle House #1358 | 25 | 123 | 0 |
| Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant | 24 | 121 | 0 |
| China House | 18 | 91 | 0 |
| Grumpy's Diner on Main | 18 | 62 | 0 |
Madison Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Madison Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Made to Order Catering and Divine Events Restaurant | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant | 0 | Call Back - Complied |
Madison Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 1,724 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 1,716 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 1,476 |
| 41 | Toilet facilities | 982 |
| 05 | Handwashing procedures | 737 |
Madison Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Madison 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. Madison has 22 FDACS-regulated facilities with 66 inspections on record and 12 stop-sale orders issued.
Madison 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.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fast-track-410-421907 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… | |
| Fast-track-410-421907 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Fast-track-410-421907 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… | |
| Fast-track-410-421907 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food… | |
| Busy-bee-0004-335353 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han… | |
| Busy-bee-0004-335353 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han… | |
| Busy-bee-0004-335353 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Busy-bee-0004-335353 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Busy-bee-0004-335353 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Busy-bee-0004-335353 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Food Identification: Food prope… |
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Madison FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Madison Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Dollar | 1 | 316 | 950 |
| Dollar General | 1 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Winn-Dixie | 1 | 170 | 584 |
Madison: Notable Restaurants
Madison: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 2 | 113 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 1 | 12 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 1 | 8 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 1 | 123 | 0 |
| Best Western | 1 | 58 | 0 |
| Subway | 1 | 45 | 0 |
Madison Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Madison?
- Madison, Florida has 41 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Madison?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Madison is 100%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- What are the most common health violations in Madison?
- The most frequently cited violations in Madison are: Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Madison?
- McDonalds has the most locations in Madison with 2 establishments.
- How does Madison compare to the Florida state average?
- Madison has a pass rate of 100%, which is 14 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 2.9 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Madison?
- Food establishments in Madison have an average of 7.8 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Madison been assessed?
- Food establishments in Madison have been assessed $1,200 in fines across 4 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $300 and the largest single fine was $400.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Madison 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. Madison, Florida has 22 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 66 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Madison?
- FDACS has issued 12 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Madison. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
Madison Restaurants & Food Establishments (41)
Oneals Country Buffet
558 W BASE ST, Madison
26 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Mar 2026Waffle House #1358
145 SE BANDIT ST, Madison
25 inspections · 123 violations · Last: Apr 2026Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant
307 SW PINCKNEY ST, Madison
24 inspections · 121 violations · Last: Apr 2026China House
721 W BASE ST, Madison
18 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Mar 2026Grumpy's Diner on Main
244 SW RANGE AVE, Madison
18 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Mar 2026McDonald's 34085
6375 SOUTH SR-53, Madison
13 inspections · 61 violations · Last: Nov 2025Best Western
167 SE BANDIT ST, Madison
19 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Mar 2026Norris Cafe
140 SW RANGE AVE, Madison
19 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Feb 2026McDonald's 12312
466 E BASE ST, Madison
15 inspections · 52 violations · Last: Nov 2025Mama's Italian Family Restaurant
683 W BASE ST, Madison
15 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Mar 2026Subway 12658
378 E BASE ST STE 105, Madison
19 inspections · 45 violations · Last: Nov 2025Mother's Soup Company
671 E BASE ST, Madison
20 inspections · 36 violations · Last: Feb 2026Cucinellas Brick Oven Pizzeria
197 SW RUTLEDGE ST, Madison
20 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Mar 2026Madison Manor House
125 NE RANGE AVE STE 7, Madison
7 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Apr 2026Made to Order Catering and Divine Events Restaurant
5806 NE COLIN KELLY HWY, Madison
20 inspections · 28 violations · Last: May 2026Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
801 W BASE STR, Madison
11 inspections · 12 violations · Last: Apr 2026Hungry Howies
378 E BASE ST UNIT E, Madison
11 inspections · 8 violations · Last: Nov 2025Unity House Bed and Breakfast
307 SW DADE ST, Madison
16 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Feb 2026Solomon Grocery FDACS Retail
GEORGETOWN RD OFF HWY 14, Madison
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food ServiceWinn Dixie # 0028 FDACS Retail
729 W Base ST, Madison
FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket