Gator Shack in Sebring

Last inspected:

4651 Us 98, Sebring, FL 33876
Overview

Gator Shack in Sebring has averaged 7.1 violations per inspection across 23 inspections between 2022 and January 2026, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent, with handwashing facility and procedure violations cited in 6 inspections, employee health reporting violations in 5 inspections, and proper cooking temperature violations in 5 inspections. Management awareness violations appeared in 4 separate inspections. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on January 21, 2026 documented 12 violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
167Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Gator Shack in Sebring: Comparison to Highlands County Averages

This Facility 7 violations / inspection 7 violations per inspection
Highlands County Avg 5.62 violations / inspection 5.62 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Highlands County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Gator Shack in Sebring: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

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Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Gator Shack in Sebring: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gator Shack in Sebring last inspected?
Gator Shack in Sebring was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 29, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
What are the most common violations at Gator Shack in Sebring?
The most frequently cited violations at Gator Shack in Sebring are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Gator Shack in Sebring had?
Gator Shack in Sebring has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Gator Shack in Sebring find?
Gator Shack in Sebring was most recently inspected on April 29, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
Has Gator Shack in Sebring ever been shut down?
No, Gator Shack in Sebring has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V35 (Single-use items) mean?
Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.

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