Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula
Last inspected:
116 N 4 Ave, Wauchula, FL 33873Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula has accumulated 240 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.2 violations per visit. The facility's most frequently cited violations involve proper ventilation, employee health reporting, and clean multi-use utensils. While Paul's Kitchen has not been shut down for emergency closure, it received one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine, and inspection records show persistent patterns of high-priority violations spanning multiple years.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula: Comparison to Hardee County Averages
This Facility
9.2
violations / inspection
9.2 violations per inspection
Hardee County Avg
6.63
violations / inspection
6.63 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Hardee County Avg
0.39
closures / facility
0.39 county average
Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2017041861 | $200.00 | Jul 17, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale |
Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 6 inspections34 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula last inspected?
- Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula?
- The most frequently cited violations at Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula had?
- Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula find?
- Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula was most recently inspected on April 8, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula ever been shut down?
- No, Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- 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 Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula been fined?
- Paul's Kitchen in Wauchula has been fined a total of $200.00 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).
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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