Wauchula — Food Safety Records
Wauchula, Florida has 30 food establishments with 615 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 73.3%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 6.6 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: McDonald's Restaurants of Florida INC in Wauchula, shut down July 8, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Paleteria Mis Tesoros in Wauchula on October 29, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Wauchula Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Wauchula
73.3%
Pass Rate
73.3%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Wauchula
6.6
Avg Violations / Inspection
6.6
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Wauchula
3.33
Closures per 100 Facilities
3.33
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Wauchula Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| McDonald's Restaurants of Florida INC | Rodent activity |
Wauchula Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taquitos Mi Mexico | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Kathy's Kitchen INC | 12 (4 high) | Warning Issued | |
| La Michoacana Ice Cream 2 | 5 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended |
Wauchula Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 9,046 |
| 33 | Proper cooling equipment | 6,860 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 5,858 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 5,853 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 4,933 |
Wauchula Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2025 | Paleteria Mis Tesoros | $800 | 7--2025045551 |
| Jan 12, 2026 | La Michoacana Ice Cream 2 | $160 | 7--2025089657 |
| Aug 25, 2026 | Main Plaza Sports Bar/ Catrina Cantina Bar/ Terra Mexican Restau | $160 | 7--2026056623 |
Wauchula Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 6 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 5 |
| Other fire safety violation | 3 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
Wauchula: Notable Restaurants
Subway #27732
30 inspections
141 violations
2 closures
Nicholas Family Restaurant
32 inspections
338 violations
1 closures
Wauchula Family Restaurant
31 inspections
334 violations
1 closures
Noble Pursuit Florida, LLC
31 inspections
230 violations
Kathy's Kitchen INC
2 inspections
12 violations
Taquitos Mi Mexico
23 inspections
86 violations
Wauchula: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungry Howies | 1 | 134 | 0 |
| Subway | 1 | 141 | 2 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 169 | 0 |
| Sonic Drive-in | 1 | 181 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 116 | 0 |
| Pizza Hut | 1 | 91 | 0 |
| Wendys | 1 | 117 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 106 | 1 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 49 | 0 |
Wauchula Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Wauchula?
- Wauchula, Florida has 30 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Wauchula?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Wauchula is 73.3%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Wauchula this year?
- 1 food establishments in Wauchula have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Wauchula?
- The most frequently cited violations in Wauchula are: Food contact surfaces, Proper cooling equipment, Clean multi-use utensils.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Wauchula?
- Hungry Howies has the most locations in Wauchula with 1 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Wauchula?
- McDonald's Restaurants of Florida INC in Wauchula was shut down on July 8, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does Wauchula compare to the Florida state average?
- Wauchula has a pass rate of 73.3%, which is 12.4 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 6.6 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Wauchula?
- Food establishments in Wauchula have an average of 20.5 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Wauchula been assessed?
- Food establishments in Wauchula have been assessed $10,120 in fines across 22 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $460 and the largest single fine was $1,040.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Wauchula restaurants?
- 15 fire safety violations have been documented across 9 food establishments in Wauchula. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
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Wauchula Restaurants & Food Establishments (30)
Pizza Hut #4675
1498 US HWY 17 NO, Wauchula
19 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Jul 2025Bowl of Fun Lanes, LLC
943 SOUTH 6TH AVENUE, Wauchula
19 inspections · 90 violations · Last: Aug 2026Taquitos Mi Mexico
1075 HIGHWAY 17 S, Wauchula
23 inspections · 86 violations · Last: Sep 2026Hmong Pho House & Deli Asian Cuisine
1012 S 6 AVE, Wauchula
16 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Jun 2026Bertha's Kitchen
103 E MAIN ST, Wauchula
15 inspections · 78 violations · Last: Apr 2026Taco Bell
116 W. REA RD, Wauchula
14 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Jul 2026Tacos Isabel
104 HANCOCK RD, Wauchula
7 inspections · 43 violations · Last: Aug 2026Woody's Bar-b-q Wauchula
902 S 6 AVE, Wauchula
5 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Mar 2026Amazing Grace Tea House
106 S 4 AVE, Wauchula
14 inspections · 24 violations · Last: Nov 2025Kathy's Kitchen INC
1341 HWY 17 S, Wauchula
2 inspections · 12 violations · Last: Sep 2026
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