Chez Porky's in Pomona Park

Last inspected:

1749 S Hwy 17, Pomona Park, FL 32181
Overview

Chez Porky's in Pomona Park has accumulated 54 violations across 17 inspections since 2022, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. However, the facility exhibits a severe and escalating pattern of high-priority violations centered on employee health and hygiene practices. Between March and September 2025, the facility received 26 violations including 9 high-priority findings—employee health policy violations appeared in 3 of the last 6 inspections, handwashing violations in 4 of the last 6 inspections, and toxic substance control violations in 2 consecutive inspections in September 2025. An administrative complaint was recommended after inspections on March 26, 2024 and July 17, 2024, signaling formal state enforcement proceedings. Fire safety violations were documented on February 14, 2023 and October 3, 2022 for use of cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors with no hood suppression system installed. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Most recent inspection on February 4, 2026 resulted in Call Back - Complied with zero violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

18Inspections
59Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Chez Porky's in Pomona Park: Comparison to Putnam County Averages

This Facility 3.3 violations / inspection 3.3 violations per inspection
Putnam County Avg 5.4 violations / inspection 5.4 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Putnam County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Chez Porky's in Pomona Park: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed no hood system for pizza oven and hoods currently being installed on other side of building.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Establishment has gyro cooker, pizza oven and no hood system. Person in charge states fire Marshall has been on site prior to my inspection. Hood system is in the process of being installed.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

Chez Porky's in Pomona Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)

— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V10 Approved food source
V14 Food contact surfaces
V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control
V24 Toxic substance control
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V06 Handwashing facilities
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 7 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V06 Handwashing facilities
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V11 Food in good condition
V12 Shell stock requirements
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
V53 Outer openings protected
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V21 Time as control
V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
V51 Premises clean
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Chez Porky's in Pomona Park: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chez Porky's in Pomona Park last inspected?
Chez Porky's in Pomona Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Chez Porky's in Pomona Park?
The most frequently cited violations at Chez Porky's in Pomona Park are: Premises clean, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Chez Porky's in Pomona Park had?
Chez Porky's in Pomona Park has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Chez Porky's in Pomona Park find?
Chez Porky's in Pomona Park was most recently inspected on April 30, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Chez Porky's in Pomona Park ever been shut down?
No, Chez Porky's in Pomona Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
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 Chez Porky's in Pomona Park had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Chez Porky's in Pomona Park has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Chez Porky's in Pomona Park operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: 12 Below Zero Ice Cream Bar & More (2022-2023).

Nearby Establishments to Chez Porky's

Pomona Park Pizza

1762 Hwy 17 S, Pomona Park

23 DBPR insp. · 99 violations

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026

Long's Log Cabin Bar & Package

699 3 Ave, Welaka

13 DBPR insp. · 47 violations

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026

Bomba's Home Cooking LLC

413 Elm St, Welaka

8 DBPR insp. · 26 violations

Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026

Lexi's of Welaka

676 3 Ave, Welaka

10 DBPR insp. · 45 violations

Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026

Poor Inspection Records Near Pomona Park

Pomona Park Pizza

Pomona Park

99 violations

Stories You May Have Missed Pomona Park

This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Chez Porky's. How we collect and verify this data.