Checkers in Winter Garden

Last inspected:

13495 W Colonial Dr, Winter Garden, FL 34787

Part of: Checkers Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Checkers 6316 in Winter Garden has averaged 6.3 violations per inspection across 23 inspections dating to at least 2015, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility experienced one emergency closure on September 17, 2018 for roach activity. A single disciplinary action resulted in $600 in fines. High-priority violations have appeared in 8 of the last 8 inspections, with recurring findings including employee health reporting violations (cited in at least 5 inspections), proper hand and arm washing violations (cited in at least 4 inspections), and chemical storage violations (cited in at least 6 inspections). The most recent inspection on February 11, 2026 documented 12 violations with 1 intermediate and 5 basic violations, resulting in no further action required.

Most recent closure: September 17, 2018 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
144Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$600in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Checkers in Winter Garden: Comparison to Orange County Averages

This Facility 6.3 violations / inspection 6.3 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg 5.9 violations / inspection 5.9 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Orange County Avg 0.12 closures / facility 0.12 county average

Checkers in Winter Garden: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Checkers 6316 in Winter Garden
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 15:33:00

Checkers in Winter Garden: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $600.00

Disciplinary action history for Checkers 6316 in Winter Garden
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2018050087 $600.00 Sep 17, 2018 Tampa

Checkers in Winter Garden: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Large amount of paper stored in hot water heater room. For reporting purposes only.

Checkers in Winter Garden: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 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
— 6 inspections29 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

Checkers in Winter Garden: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Checkers in Winter Garden last inspected?
Checkers 6316 in Winter Garden was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Checkers in Winter Garden last shut down?
Checkers 6316 in Winter Garden was last shut down on September 17, 2018 for roach 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 Checkers in Winter Garden?
The most frequently cited violations at Checkers 6316 in Winter Garden are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Checkers in Winter Garden had?
Checkers 6316 in Winter Garden has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Checkers in Winter Garden find?
Checkers 6316 in Winter Garden was most recently inspected on February 11, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Checkers in Winter Garden ever been shut down?
Yes, Checkers 6316 in Winter Garden has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
What does Florida violation V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
Has Checkers in Winter Garden had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Checkers 6316 in Winter Garden has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Checkers in Winter Garden faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Checkers 6316 in Winter Garden has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
How much has Checkers in Winter Garden been fined?
Checkers 6316 in Winter Garden has been fined a total of $600.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Checkers in Winter Garden operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Checkers #6316 (2015).

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