Winter Haven — Food Safety Records

Overview

Winter Haven, Florida has 226 food establishments with 3,685 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 90.7%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 3.2 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Arabellas Ristorante in Winter Haven, shut down August 26, 2026 for rodent activity.

Largest fine: $560 assessed to Nutwood in Winter Haven on May 4, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.

226Facilities
3,685Inspections
1Closures 2026
90.7%Pass Rate
3.2Avg Violations

Winter Haven Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Winter Haven 90.7% Pass Rate 90.7%
Florida Average 85.7% Pass Rate 85.7%
Winter Haven 3.2 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.2
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Winter Haven 0.44 Closures per 100 Facilities 0.44
Florida Average 1.96 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.96

Winter Haven Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

DateBusinessReason
Arabellas Ristorante Rodent activity

Winter Haven Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Chile Verde Tex Mex Mexican Restaurant Corp 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Crab Craze LLC 2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dairy Queen 5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ramonas M Deli INC 4 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Big Daddy's Barbeque 26 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Duke's Brewhouse 6 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Silou Restaurant 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Saincere Cuisine 2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Fuego27 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Azteca D Oro 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Winter Haven Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Winter Haven Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

68Actions on Record
$21,520Total Fines
$331Avg Fine
$2,200Largest Fine
41Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
May 4, 2026 Nutwood $560 3--2025085932
Oct 15, 2025 Krazy Greek $400 3--2025066727
Dec 10, 2025 Buffet City $400 3--2025081155
Jun 4, 2026 Caribbean Soul Island Cuisines, LLC $320 3--2026004776
Apr 27, 2026 Old Man Franks Shore Saloon $300 3--2026018974
Feb 20, 2026 Dairy Queen $200 3--2025069504
Jul 7, 2026 Silou Restaurant $200 3--2026020204
Jan 13, 2026 Subway #52529 $160 3--2025090518
Jan 26, 2026 Big Daddy's Barbeque $160 3--2025090922

Winter Haven Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

21Fire Violations
14Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Missing boiler certificate/report 6
Fire extinguisher in red zone 4
Cooking without hood suppression 4
Other fire safety violation 3
Exit blocked or locked 3
Propane tank stored inside building 1

Winter Haven: Notable Restaurants

Winter Haven: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 6 225 0
McDonalds 4 211 0
Checkers 2 209 1
Dominos 2 88 0
Hungry Howies 2 115 0
Taco Bell 2 102 0
Zaxbys 2 118 0
Wendys 2 174 0
Dunkin 2 104 0
Tropical Smoothie 2 122 0

Winter Haven Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Winter Haven?
Winter Haven, Florida has 226 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Winter Haven?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Winter Haven is 90.7%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Winter Haven this year?
1 food establishments in Winter Haven have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Winter Haven?
The most frequently cited violations in Winter Haven are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Winter Haven?
Subway has the most locations in Winter Haven with 6 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Winter Haven?
Arabellas Ristorante in Winter Haven was shut down on August 26, 2026 for rodent activity.
How does Winter Haven compare to the Florida state average?
Winter Haven has a pass rate of 90.7%, which is 5 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 3.2 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Winter Haven?
Food establishments in Winter Haven have an average of 16.3 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Winter Haven been assessed?
Food establishments in Winter Haven have been assessed $21,520 in fines across 68 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $331 and the largest single fine was $2,200.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Winter Haven restaurants?
21 fire safety violations have been documented across 14 food establishments in Winter Haven. The most common issue is missing boiler certificate/report.

In the News Winter Haven

Winter Haven Restaurants & Food Establishments (222)

Ramonas M Deli INC

3549A RECKER HIGHWAY, Winter Haven

23 inspections · 61 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Caribbean Soul Island Cuisines, LLC

3400 AVENUE G NW, Winter Haven

17 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Catering Company of Central Florida

2090 HAVENDALE BLVD, Winter Haven

15 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Subway #52529

7450 CYPRESS GARDENS BLVD, Winter Haven

18 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Louise Kitchen

1654 1 ST N, Winter Haven

21 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Deli Basket

3078 CYPRESS GARDENS RD, Winter Haven

22 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Apr 2026

First Watch Restaurant #253

555 CYPRESS GARDENS BLVD, Winter Haven

16 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Feb 2026

McDonald's #37207

2019 SPIRIT LAKE RD, Winter Haven

12 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Brothers New York Style Pizza

1107 3 ST SW STE 3, Winter Haven

20 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Arbys 1665

1625 SW 3 ST, Winter Haven

17 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Gigi Koupe Dwet Cuisine LLC

1281 1 ST S, Winter Haven

15 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Lucille's American Cafe

205 3RD STREET SW, Winter Haven

11 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Indulge Cafe Bar and Lounge

2862 RECKER HWY, Winter Haven

16 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Panda Express #2854

301 CYPRESS GARDENS BLVD, Winter Haven

19 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Jul 2026

McDonald's Restaurant

6890 CYPRESS GARDENS BLVD SE, Winter Haven

12 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Margarita's Cocina Mexicana

7350 CYPRESS GARDENS BLVD, Winter Haven

17 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Culver's

888 CYPRESS GARDENS BLVD, Winter Haven

14 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Winter Haven

6225 CYPRESS GARDENS BLVD SE, Winter Haven

17 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Caribbean One Stop

2426 LUCERNE PARK RD, Winter Haven

23 inspections · 48 violations · Last: May 2026

Fluffy's

1174 HAVENDALE BLVD NW, Winter Haven

11 inspections · 46 violations · Last: Aug 2026