Hungry Howies in Wauchula
Last inspected:
1038 6 Ave S, Wauchula, FL 33873Part of: Hungry Howies Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Hungry Howies #224 in Wauchula averaged 7.4 violations per inspection across 18 inspections since February 2022, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Handwashing violations appeared in 6 of the first 8 inspections (February 2022 through September 2022), and food contact surface violations recurred across multiple inspections including the most recent inspection on October 1, 2025. The facility received a Warning on September 26, 2022 for employee health policy and proper hand/arm washing violations, and an administrative complaint was recommended on April 27, 2022. A disciplinary action resulted in $800 in total fines. The most recent inspection on October 1, 2025 documented 16 violations (4 intermediate, 6 basic) and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hungry Howies in Wauchula: Comparison to Hardee County Averages
Hungry Howies in Wauchula: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022028064 | $800.00 | Apr 27, 2022 | District 10 |
Hungry Howies in Wauchula: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hungry Howies in Wauchula: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hungry Howies in Wauchula last inspected?
- Hungry Howies #224 in Wauchula was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 1, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Hungry Howies in Wauchula?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hungry Howies #224 in Wauchula are: Proper sanitizing, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Hungry Howies in Wauchula had?
- Hungry Howies #224 in Wauchula has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hungry Howies in Wauchula find?
- Hungry Howies #224 in Wauchula was most recently inspected on October 1, 2025 with 10 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hungry Howies in Wauchula ever been shut down?
- No, Hungry Howies #224 in Wauchula has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Hungry Howies in Wauchula faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hungry Howies #224 in Wauchula has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Hungry Howies in Wauchula been fined?
- Hungry Howies #224 in Wauchula has been fined a total of $800.00 across 1 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).
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