Palmetto — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Palmetto, Florida has 122 food establishments with 922 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 86.2%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 4.4 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $600 assessed to Terra Ceia Bay Country Club in Palmetto on March 25, 2026.

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

122Facilities
922Total Inspections
1Closures 2026
86.2%Pass Rate
4.4Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
New King Buffet Usa INC 32 303 2
China Cfh Palmetto INC 29 266 1
Burger and Pancake House 31 250 1
Mr Frontera 25 168 1
Bradenton Yacht Club 24 163 1

Palmetto Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Palmetto 86.2% Pass Rate 86.2%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Palmetto 4.4 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.4
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Palmetto 0.82 Closures per 100 Facilities 0.82
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Palmetto Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Joey D's at Palmetto 8 Call Back - Complied
Subway 986 7 (1 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Riverhouse Reef and Grill - Second Floor 6 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Banquet Kitchen 4 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
8th Floor Rooftop Bar 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Palmetto Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Palmetto Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

51Actions on Record
$20,640Total Fines
$421Avg Fine
$1,100Largest Fine
25Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Mar 25, 2026 Terra Ceia Bay Country Club $600 7--2026011207
Oct 6, 2025 Taqueria Los Sebastianes LLC $600 7--2025044386
Jan 29, 2026 Mr Frontera $400 7--2025085730
Mar 30, 2026 Hideko Sushi & Thai LLC $400 7--2026018913
Feb 26, 2026 Popi's Place Too $400 7--2026003538
Dec 10, 2025 Subway 48819 $320 7--2025081092
Sep 4, 2025 Marco's Pizza #8634 $160 7--2025039548
Mar 19, 2026 Little Caesars #659 $160 7--2025081846
Jan 13, 2026 Subway 986 $160 7--2025089676
Dec 4, 2025 Popi's Place Too $160 7--2025080276

Palmetto Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

11Fire Violations
8Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 6
Other fire safety violation 4
Exit blocked or locked 1

Palmetto 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. Palmetto has 65 FDACS-regulated facilities with 127 inspections on record.

65Retail Facilities
127FDACS Inspections

Palmetto FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Palmetto Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
7-Eleven 4 84 2,422
Dollar General 4 57 2,871
Circle K 3 102 1,574
Dollar Tree 2 9 1,084
Shell 2 152 1,169
Walmart 2 77 608
Aldi 1 2 310
CVS 1 9 882

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Palmetto: Notable Restaurants

Palmetto: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 2 135 1
Taco Bell 2 112 0
Subway 2 110 0
McDonalds 2 60 0
Arbys 1 14 0
Culvers 1 13 0
Checkers 1 88 0
Burger King 1 43 0
Hungry Howies 1 185 0
Wendys 1 106 1

Palmetto Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Palmetto?
Palmetto, Florida has 122 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Palmetto?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Palmetto is 86.2%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Palmetto this year?
1 food establishments in Palmetto have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Palmetto?
The most frequently cited violations in Palmetto are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Palmetto?
Dunkin has the most locations in Palmetto with 2 establishments.
How does Palmetto compare to the Florida state average?
Palmetto has a pass rate of 86.2%, which is 0.2 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 4.4 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Palmetto?
Food establishments in Palmetto have an average of 7.6 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Palmetto been assessed?
Food establishments in Palmetto have been assessed $20,640 in fines across 51 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $421 and the largest single fine was $1,100.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Palmetto restaurants?
11 fire safety violations have been documented across 8 food establishments in Palmetto. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Palmetto 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. Palmetto, Florida has 65 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 127 inspections on record.

Palmetto Restaurants & Food Establishments (120)

Riverhouse Reef and Grill - Second Floor

995 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, Palmetto

21 inspections · 118 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Alvarez Mexican Restaurant

1431 8TH AVE WEST, Palmetto

22 inspections · 110 violations · Last: Jun 2025

Taco Bell

640 E 10 ST, Palmetto

26 inspections · 106 violations · Last: Dec 2025

El Molcajetes

901 10TH ST E, Palmetto

21 inspections · 93 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Cut Golf and Grill

2808 10 ST W, Palmetto

18 inspections · 89 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Checkers #213

1001 8TH AVE W, Palmetto

23 inspections · 88 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Ragu

336 8 AVE W, Palmetto

19 inspections · 81 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Abuela's Kitchen

727 7ST W, Palmetto

20 inspections · 67 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Subway 48819

508 10 ST E, Palmetto

17 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Sep 2025

McDonald's Corp

699 E 10 ST, Palmetto

18 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Subway 986

737 8TH AVE. WEST, Palmetto

17 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Burger King #4321

551 E 10 ST, Palmetto

11 inspections · 43 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Sailfish Grille

8830 BARRIER COAST TRL, Palmetto

9 inspections · 42 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Buffalo Creek Golf Course

8100 69TH ST EAST, Palmetto

14 inspections · 38 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Greyson

5045 96 ST E, Palmetto

7 inspections · 35 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Palmetto Coin Laundry

1527 8 AVE W, Palmetto

13 inspections · 34 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Peggy's Corral INC

4511 N US HWY 41, Palmetto

11 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Banquet Kitchen

600 US 41, Palmetto

6 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Us 41 Nutrition LLC

735 7 ST W, Palmetto

5 inspections · 24 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Jaxx Wing Co

4927 96 ST E, Palmetto

13 inspections · 23 violations · Last: Nov 2025