Checkers 142 in Winter Haven
Last inspected:
604 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 338804457Part of: Checkers Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Checkers 142 in Winter Haven has accumulated 112 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.1 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity and faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Recent enforcement activity escalated in January 2025, with warnings and emergency orders issued within 48 hours of each other, followed by a callback showing compliance. The most frequently cited violations involve proper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and hand and arm washing.
Most recent closure: January 14, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Checkers 142 in Winter Haven: Comparison to Polk County Averages
This Facility
4.1
violations / inspection
4.1 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg
3.26
violations / inspection
3.26 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Polk County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Checkers 142 in Winter Haven: Emergency Closure History (1)
Checkers 142 in Winter Haven: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025007271 | $400.00 | Jan 14, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Checkers 142 in Winter Haven: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Checkers 142 in Winter Haven: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Checkers 142 in Winter Haven last inspected?
- Checkers 142 in Winter Haven was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Checkers 142 in Winter Haven last shut down?
- Checkers 142 in Winter Haven was last shut down on January 14, 2025 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 142 in Winter Haven?
- The most frequently cited violations at Checkers 142 in Winter Haven are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Checkers 142 in Winter Haven had?
- Checkers 142 in Winter Haven has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Checkers 142 in Winter Haven find?
- Checkers 142 in Winter Haven was most recently inspected on January 6, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Checkers 142 in Winter Haven ever been shut down?
- Yes, Checkers 142 in Winter Haven has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
- Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
- 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 Checkers 142 in Winter Haven faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Checkers 142 in Winter Haven has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Checkers 142 in Winter Haven been fined?
- Checkers 142 in Winter Haven has been fined a total of $400.00 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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