Valrico — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Valrico, Florida has 98 food establishments with 1,141 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 90.2%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.1 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Golden Bowl in Valrico on August 7, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

98Facilities
1,141Total Inspections
1Closures 2026
90.2%Pass Rate
5.1Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Golden Bowl 24 224 1
Wendy's International LLC 31 159 1
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar 26 153 1
Bloomingdale Golfers Club 19 100 1
Cold Stone Creamery #20656 15 78 1

Valrico Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Valrico 90.2% Pass Rate 90.2%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Valrico 5.1 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.1
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Valrico 1.02 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.02
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Valrico Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
River Hills Country Club 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Burger King #12817 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
22 Moons Antiques & Tea Room 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
El Paladar Jibaro 3 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hibachi Express 0 Call Back - Complied
Buckhorn Springs Golf & Country Club 4 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Asian Kitchen 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sunflower Cafe,INC. 6 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hibachi Express 6 (1 high) Warning Issued

Valrico Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Valrico Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

22Actions on Record
$8,200Total Fines
$373Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
18Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Aug 7, 2025 Golden Bowl $400 3--2025039590
Sep 18, 2025 Subway 21072 $400 3--2025059749
Oct 14, 2025 Sushi Hana $400 3--2025071257

Valrico Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

21Fire Violations
9Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Other fire safety violation 10
Cooking without hood suppression 5
Exit blocked or locked 3
Propane tank stored inside building 2
Fire extinguisher in red zone 1

Valrico 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. Valrico has 37 FDACS-regulated facilities with 77 inspections on record and 19 stop-sale orders issued.

37Retail Facilities
77FDACS Inspections
19Stop-Sale Orders
3Orders in 2026

Valrico FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Valrico-shell-372450 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Wa…
Valrico-shell-372450 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Physical Facilities: Plumbing i…
Nutrishop-415369 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food…
Valrico-shell-372450 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Wa…
Valrico-shell-372450 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Physical Facilities: Plumbing i…
Kingsway Ventures Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Kingsway Ventures Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Kingsway Ventures Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Kingsway Ventures Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Kingsway Ventures Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…

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Valrico FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Valrico Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Dunkin 2 13 347
Walgreens 2 1 743
Wawa 2 14 430
Shell 1 152 1,169
Starbucks 1 77 1,170
Walmart 1 77 608
CVS 1 9 882
Oumi Sushi 1 0 15

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Valrico: Notable Restaurants

Valrico: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 2 139 1
Cold Stone Creamery 1 78 1
Jersey Mikes 1 78 0
Steak N Shake 1 158 0
Twistee Treat 1 39 0
Burger King 1 75 0
Chipotle 1 19 0
Dunkin 1 4 0
Panera Bread 1 133 0
Tijuana Flats 1 96 0

Valrico Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Valrico?
Valrico, Florida has 98 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Valrico?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Valrico is 90.2%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Valrico this year?
1 food establishments in Valrico have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Valrico?
The most frequently cited violations in Valrico are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Valrico?
Subway has the most locations in Valrico with 2 establishments.
How does Valrico compare to the Florida state average?
Valrico has a pass rate of 90.2%, which is 4.2 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.1 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Valrico?
Food establishments in Valrico have an average of 11.6 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Valrico been assessed?
Food establishments in Valrico have been assessed $8,200 in fines across 22 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $373 and the largest single fine was $800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Valrico restaurants?
21 fire safety violations have been documented across 9 food establishments in Valrico. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Valrico 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. Valrico, Florida has 37 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 77 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Valrico?
FDACS has issued 19 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Valrico, including 3 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

Valrico Restaurants & Food Establishments (97)

Golden Bowl 1 closure

3447 LITHIA PINECREST RD B104, Valrico

24 inspections · 224 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Wendy's International LLC 1 closure

2110 BLOOMINGDALE AVE, Valrico

31 inspections · 159 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar 1 closure

1905 SR 60 E, Valrico

26 inspections · 153 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Bloomingdale Golfers Club 1 closure

4113 GREAT GOLFERS PLACE, Valrico

19 inspections · 100 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Cold Stone Creamery #20656 1 closure

3426 LITHIA PINECREST RD, Valrico

15 inspections · 78 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Subway 21072 1 closure

1954 SR 60 E, Valrico

19 inspections · 74 violations · Last: Sep 2025

New York Diner

2126 JELANE DR, Valrico

28 inspections · 216 violations · Last: Feb 2026

China Star

1916 SR 60 E, Valrico

24 inspections · 211 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Sunflower Cafe,INC.

3452 LITHIA PINECREST RD, Valrico

24 inspections · 208 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Asian Kitchen

1997 E SR 60, Valrico

25 inspections · 197 violations · Last: Apr 2026

River Hills Country Club

3943 NEW RIVER HILLS PKWY, Valrico

26 inspections · 193 violations · Last: May 2026

Robongi Sushi Wok & Grill

2519 E STATE RD 60, Valrico

23 inspections · 192 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Sushi Ushi

1713 STATE ROAD 60 EAST, Valrico

25 inspections · 189 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Beef O' Brady's

2559 SR 60 E, Valrico

27 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Jf Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar

3345 LITHIA PINECREST RD, Valrico

27 inspections · 185 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Hibachi Express

1914 E SR 60, Valrico

27 inspections · 185 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Gasparilla Pizzeria and Growlers

1028 E BLOOMINGDALE AVE, Valrico

26 inspections · 182 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Bloomingdale Pizza Valrico

4334 BELL SHOALS RD, Valrico

30 inspections · 178 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Prima Italian Kitchen

1020 BLOOMINGDALE AVENUE, Valrico

26 inspections · 174 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Little Greek Valrico

3474 LITHIA PINECREST RD, Valrico

23 inspections · 161 violations · Last: Jan 2026