Fat Bellys in White Springs
Last inspected:
16750 Spring St, White Springs, FL 32096Fat Belly's in White Springs has received 26 inspections on record since 2016, documenting 213 total violations at an average of 8.2 per inspection — substantially above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on December 9, 2020 for rodent activity. One disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. Fire safety violations were cited in 2021 for a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone and in 2020 for disrepaired electrical wiring above a smoking area.
High-priority violations have been recurring across the record, with employee health reporting violations appearing in at least 5 inspections, proper hand and arm washing violations in at least 4 inspections, chemical storage violations in at least 4 inspections, and food contact surface violations in at least 4 inspections. The most recent inspection on October 15, 2025 identified 24 violations including three high-priority findings for employee health reporting, consumer advisory, and toxic substance control, though the disposition was Inspection Completed — No Further Action. An earlier inspection on September 12, 2024 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after 12 violations were documented.
Most recent closure: December 9, 2020 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Fat Bellys in White Springs: Comparison to Hamilton County Averages
Fat Bellys in White Springs: Emergency Closure History (1)
Fat Bellys in White Springs: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2020057537 | $400.00 | Dec 9, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Fat Bellys in White Springs: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Fat Bellys in White Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections38 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Fat Bellys in White Springs: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Fat Bellys in White Springs last inspected?
- Fat Bellys in White Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Fat Bellys in White Springs last shut down?
- Fat Bellys in White Springs was last shut down on December 9, 2020 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 Fat Bellys in White Springs?
- The most frequently cited violations at Fat Bellys in White Springs are: Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Fat Bellys in White Springs had?
- Fat Bellys in White Springs has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Fat Bellys in White Springs find?
- Fat Bellys in White Springs was most recently inspected on April 8, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Fat Bellys in White Springs ever been shut down?
- Yes, Fat Bellys in White Springs has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Fat Bellys in White Springs had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Fat Bellys in White Springs has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Fat Bellys in White Springs faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Fat Bellys in White Springs has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Fat Bellys in White Springs been fined?
- Fat Bellys in White Springs has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Fat Bellys in White Springs operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Fat Belly's (2020-2021).
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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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