Wauchula — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Wauchula, Florida has 55 food establishments with 591 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 75.9%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 6.6 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Paleteria Mis Tesoros in Wauchula on October 29, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway #27732 | 29 | 137 | 2 |
| Nicholas Family Restaurant | 32 | 338 | 1 |
| Wauchula Family Restaurant | 30 | 325 | 1 |
| Panda Rest (the) | 27 | 269 | 1 |
| Beef'o'brady's | 21 | 169 | 1 |
Wauchula Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Wauchula
75.9%
Pass Rate
75.9%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Wauchula
6.6
Avg Violations / Inspection
6.6
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Wauchula
1.82
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.82
Florida Average
1.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.37
Wauchula Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taquitos Mi Mexico | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Bertha's Kitchen | 9 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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 |
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 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. Wauchula has 26 FDACS-regulated facilities with 53 inspections on record and 2 stop-sale orders issued.
Wauchula 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.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vw-winn-dixie-2250-372896 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe… | |
| Cvs Pharmacy # 2030 Establishment #: 321118 | — | — |
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Wauchula FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Wauchula Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 1 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Family Dollar | 1 | 316 | 950 |
| CVS | 1 | 9 | 882 |
| Dollar Tree | 1 | 9 | 1,084 |
| Sunoco | 1 | 256 | 487 |
Wauchula: Notable Restaurants
Subway #27732
29 inspections
137 violations
2 closures
Nicholas Family Restaurant
32 inspections
338 violations
1 closures
Wauchula Family Restaurant
30 inspections
325 violations
1 closures
Noble Pursuit Florida, LLC
30 inspections
227 violations
Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant
23 inspections
135 violations
Bertha's Kitchen
15 inspections
78 violations
Wauchula: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungry Howies | 1 | 134 | 0 |
| Subway | 1 | 137 | 2 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 167 | 0 |
| Sonic Drive-in | 1 | 176 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 116 | 0 |
| Pizza Hut | 1 | 91 | 0 |
| Wendys | 1 | 108 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 98 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 47 | 0 |
Wauchula Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Wauchula?
- Wauchula, Florida has 55 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 75.9%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- 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.
- How does Wauchula compare to the Florida state average?
- Wauchula has a pass rate of 75.9%, which is 10.1 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 6.6 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Wauchula?
- Food establishments in Wauchula have an average of 10.7 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 $9,960 in fines across 21 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $474 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.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Wauchula 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. Wauchula, Florida has 26 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 53 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Wauchula?
- FDACS has issued 2 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Wauchula. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
Wauchula Restaurants & Food Establishments (55)
Watermill Express LLC FDACS Retail
1010 S 6th Ave, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterAnil FDACS Retail
1094 Boyd Cowart RD, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · 710/Limited Poultry and EggA1 Wine and Liquors INC FDACS Retail
1511 US Highway 17 N, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFEckerds Pharmacy FDACS Retail
518 S 6th Ave, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFAll You Can Ice Unit # 0001 FDACS Retail
661 S 6th Ave, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Packaged Ice Self VendingBurgin Farms FDACS Retail
611 S 6th Ave, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ftHot-n-fresh Kettle Corn FDACS Retail
2555 US Highway 17 S, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile VendorHeartland Pharmacy FDACS Retail
116 Heartland Way, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFOrange Meadow Farm FDACS Retail
1730 Dansby RD, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Limited Poultry and EggVw Del Pueblo Market FDACS Retail
112 N 6th Ave, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterVw Walmart Supercenter 0759 FDACS Retail
1480 US Highway 17 N, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterVw Winn Dixie 2250 FDACS Retail
1133 S 6th Ave, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterWauchula Food Store FDACS Retail
501 N Florida Ave, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceTractor Supply Co # 0544 FDACS Retail
1101 S 6th Ave, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesAutozone # 3266 FDACS Retail
751 N 6th Ave, Wauchula
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF