Cool Pickle in Placida
Last inspected:
8501 Placida Rd Unit A4, Placida, FL 33946Cool Pickle in Placida was emergency-closed on February 11, 2025 for rodent activity. The facility has been cited for a $400 disciplinary fine. Over 24 inspections dating to 2016, Cool Pickle accumulated 189 violations—an average of 7.9 per inspection, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations recurred across multiple inspections, including shell stock requirements, proper cooking temperatures, food contact surface sanitation, and handwashing procedure violations. The facility received a complaint-driven inspection on February 11, 2025 that triggered the emergency closure recommendation. A follow-up inspection on February 12, 2025 was issued a callback time extension for corrective action. Subsequent routine inspections in June, September, and March 2026 documented continuing violations in chemical storage, food contact surfaces, consumer advisory posting, allergen awareness, and handwashing facilities. The most recent inspection on March 26, 2026 was completed with no further action, though it cited 14 violations including two high-priority findings related to handwashing and allergen awareness.
Most recent closure: February 11, 2025 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cool Pickle in Placida: Comparison to Charlotte County Averages
Cool Pickle in Placida: Emergency Closure History (1)
Cool Pickle in Placida: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025009732 | $400.00 | Feb 11, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Cool Pickle in Placida: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections25 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Cool Pickle in Placida: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cool Pickle in Placida last inspected?
- Cool Pickle in Placida was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Cool Pickle in Placida last shut down?
- Cool Pickle in Placida was last shut down on February 11, 2025 for rodent 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 Cool Pickle in Placida?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cool Pickle in Placida are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Cool Pickle in Placida had?
- Cool Pickle in Placida has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cool Pickle in Placida find?
- Cool Pickle in Placida was most recently inspected on March 26, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cool Pickle in Placida ever been shut down?
- Yes, Cool Pickle in Placida has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- 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.
- Has Cool Pickle in Placida faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cool Pickle in Placida has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Cool Pickle in Placida been fined?
- Cool Pickle in Placida has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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