Palmetto — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Palmetto, Florida has 122 food establishments with 928 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 86.2%, above the state average of 85.9%. 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 June 2026.

122Facilities
928Total 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 32 250 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 85.9% Pass Rate 85.9%
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 1.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.35

Palmetto Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Subway 48819 2 Warning Issued
Sailfish Grille 3 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
Pelicans Snoballs 1 0 16
RaceTrac 1 29 460

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Palmetto: Notable Restaurants

Palmetto: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

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

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 85.9%.
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?
Subway 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 0.3 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 4.4 compared to the state average of 4.66.
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)

Dollar Tree #08126 FDACS Retail

615 10th ST E, Palmetto

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

Eleanor's Coffee & Cake FDACS Retail

449 10th Ave W, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS

Good Liquid Brewing Company Y LLC FDACS Retail

2011 51st Ave E Unit 100, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Other Hermetically Packed Food

Detwilers Operations INC FDACS Retail

1811 51st Ave E Unit 100, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Major Food Distributor

Clark's Happy Ice FDACS Retail

8506 37th Ter E, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Vw Publix 1666 FDACS Retail

9520 Buffalo RD, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Casa Ruiz LLC FDACS Retail

1201 10th ST E, Palmetto

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

Vw Winn Dixie 2448 FDACS Retail

519 7th ST W, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Shell Palmetto FDACS Retail

1240 8TH AVENUE N, Palmetto

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

Circle K #9006 FDACS Retail

7219 US Highway 41 N, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Circle K # 1683 FDACS Retail

1150 10th ST E, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Maria Antojitos FDACS Retail

10816 US-41 #8728, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Flea Market Kiosk

Apollo Sciences Florida FDACS Retail

1914 24th Ave E, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Candy Processor

Circle K Store #9215 FDACS Retail

1706 8th Ave W, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Eckerds Pharmacy 102 FDACS Retail

907 10th ST E, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store

Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 1342 FDACS Retail

1101 8th Ave W, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Seafood Market Retail

Walgreens # 4812 FDACS Retail

930 8th Ave W, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Cb203 Petro FDACS Retail

203 10th ST W, Palmetto

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

Bapa Pollo

1210 8 AVE W, Palmetto

2 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Tortilleria La Rancherita FDACS Retail

710 13TH ST W, Palmetto

FDACS Retail Food · Food Service