Palmetto — Food Safety Records

Overview

Palmetto, Florida has 58 food establishments with 948 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 86.2%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 4.6 violations per visit.

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

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.

58Facilities
948Inspections
1Closures 2026
86.2%Pass Rate
4.6Avg Violations

Palmetto Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Palmetto 86.2% Pass Rate 86.2%
Florida Average 85.8% Pass Rate 85.8%
Palmetto 4.6 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.6
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Palmetto 1.72 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.72
Florida Average 2 Closures per 100 Facilities 2

Palmetto Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Joey D's at Palmetto 14 (2 high) Warning Issued
Greyson 12 (3 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ed's Tavern Sports Bar and Restaurant 8 (3 high) Warning Issued
Cut Golf and Grill 6 (2 high) Warning Issued
Popi's Place Too 7 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Demi's Noodle House 5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Popi's Place III 7 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Taco Bell 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ilunies Dockside Sports Grill 7 (2 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Abuela's Kitchen 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Palmetto Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Palmetto Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

46Actions on Record
$18,900Total Fines
$430Avg Fine
$1,100Largest Fine
21Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Mar 25, 2026 Terra Ceia Bay Country Club $600 7--2026011207
Jan 29, 2026 Mr Frontera $400 7--2025085730
Feb 26, 2026 Popi's Place Too $400 7--2026003538
Mar 30, 2026 Hideko Sushi & Thai LLC $400 7--2026018913
Dec 10, 2025 Subway 48819 $320 7--2025081092
Jul 7, 2026 Ragu $200 7--2026027054
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: Notable Restaurants

Palmetto: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
McDonalds 2 60 0
Dunkin 2 135 1
Taco Bell 2 116 0
Subway 2 114 0
Checkers 1 90 0
Burger King 1 43 0
Hungry Howies 1 185 0
Wendys 1 109 1
Arbys 1 17 0
Culvers 1 17 0

Palmetto Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Palmetto?
Palmetto, Florida has 58 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 85.8%.
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?
McDonalds 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 0.4 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 4.6 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Palmetto?
Food establishments in Palmetto have an average of 16.3 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 $18,900 in fines across 46 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $430 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.

In the News Palmetto

Palmetto Restaurants & Food Establishments (57)

Social

600 US 41, Palmetto

5 inspections · 23 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Alice Scoopers

1057 RIVERSIDE DR, Palmetto

8 inspections · 22 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Waypoint Bar Grill

11000 US 41 N, Palmetto

11 inspections · 22 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Rock Inn Restaurant LLC

2112 2 AVE E, Palmetto

6 inspections · 18 violations · Last: Aug 2024

Arbys 8923

803 10TH ST E, Palmetto

10 inspections · 17 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Culver's of Palmetto Fl

1801 US HWY 301 N, Palmetto

6 inspections · 17 violations · Last: Jul 2026

8th Floor Rooftop Bar

600 US 41, Palmetto

6 inspections · 17 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Paleteria & Heladeria Mexicana

1308 8 AVE W, Palmetto

9 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Aug 2025

American Honey Creamery and Coffee Company

4919 96 ST E, Palmetto

7 inspections · 10 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Dunkin Donuts

5285 69 ST E, Palmetto

4 inspections · 10 violations · Last: Aug 2025

McDonald's Restaurant Palmetto

2425 69 ST E, Palmetto

4 inspections · 9 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Ed's Tavern Sports Bar and Restaurant

9588 BUFFALO RD, Palmetto

2 inspections · 8 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Bapa Pollo

1210 8 AVE W, Palmetto

3 inspections · 6 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Taco Bell

9410 BUFFALO RD, Palmetto

4 inspections · 6 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Palmetto Riverside Bed & Breakfast

1102 RIVERSIDE DR, Palmetto

15 inspections · 5 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Beach Club at Riviera Dunes

222 RIVIERA DUNES WAY, Palmetto

2 inspections · 4 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Sde Coffee Shop

1012 10 ST E, Palmetto

2 inspections · 3 violations · Last: Mar 2026