Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula
Last inspected:
615 N 6 Ave, Wauchula, FL 33873Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula has accumulated 338 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.6 violations per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. State records show 5 disciplinary actions totaling $2,600 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $800. The restaurant's top recurring violations involve proper ventilation (22 citations), employee health reporting (14), and food contact surfaces (14).
Most recent closure: July 26, 2019 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula: Comparison to Hardee County Averages
This Facility
10.6
violations / inspection
10.6 violations per inspection
Hardee County Avg
6.63
violations / inspection
6.63 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hardee County Avg
0.39
closures / facility
0.39 county average
Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula: Emergency Closure History (1)
Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $2,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024070668 | $400.00 | Oct 23, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2020035660 | $800.00 | Jun 11, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2019039100 | $800.00 | Jul 26, 2019 | Tampa | |
| 7--2018043154 | $400.00 | Jul 17, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2018022068 | $200.00 | Mar 21, 2018 | Tampa |
Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 2 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections32 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections38 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula last inspected?
- Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 23, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula last shut down?
- Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula was last shut down on July 26, 2019 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula?
- The most frequently cited violations at Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula had?
- Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula find?
- Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula was most recently inspected on May 23, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula ever been shut down?
- Yes, Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula 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 Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula been fined?
- Nicholas Family Restaurant in Wauchula has been fined a total of $2,600.00 across 5 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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