Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee
802 Lake Bradford Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32304
Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee has accumulated 149 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.1 per visit. The facility was shut down once for unsanitary conditions. Fire inspections documented repeated citations for fire extinguishers with gauges in the red zone, with deficiencies noted across multiple callback inspections in 2015 and again in 2023. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $760 in fines.
Most recent closure: December 4, 2017 for unsanitary conditions.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: February 18, 2026
Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee: Comparison to Leon County Averages
This Facility
4.1
violations / inspection
4.1 violations per inspection
Leon County Avg
3.44
violations / inspection
3.44 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Leon County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee: Emergency Closure History (1)
Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $760.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2017057379 | $400.00 | Dec 4, 2017 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 6--2017059345 | $200.00 | Dec 11, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 6--2015021959 | $160.00 | Mar 27, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher by back door in recharge zone.
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.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher beside hand wash sink and extinguisher beside back kitchen exit. **Warning** Upon callback observed on 1/27/15 extinguisher beside hand wash sink has gauge in the red and extinguisher beside the back door is in the red. Upon callback observed on 2/27/15 fire extinguishers in the red. Upon callback observed on 3/27/15 fire extinguishers are in the red.
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher beside hand wash sink and extinguisher beside back kitchen exit. **Warning** Upon callback observed on 1/27/15 extinguisher beside hand wash sink has gauge in the red and extinguisher beside the back door is in the red. Upon callback observed on 2/27/15 fire extinguishers in the red.
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher beside hand wash sink and extinguisher beside back kitchen exit. **Warning** Upon callback observed on 1/27/15 extinguisher beside hand wash sink has gauge in the red and extinguisher beside the back door is in the red.
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.
Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 10 inspections42 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee last inspected?
- Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee last shut down?
- Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee was last shut down on December 4, 2017 for unsanitary conditions. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee?
- The most frequently cited violations at Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee had?
- Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee find?
- Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee ever been shut down?
- Yes, Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- Has Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $760.00 in fines.
- How much has Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee been fined?
- Checkers #3283 in Tallahassee has been fined a total of $760.00 across 3 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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