Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven

Last inspected:

1700 3 St Sw, Winter Haven, FL 33880
Overview

Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven has accumulated 115 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.3 per visit. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Consumer advisory violations are the most common citation, followed by food contact surface and ventilation issues. Recent inspections in 2025 and early 2026 show continued compliance problems, with two high-priority violations documented in January 2026.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

28Inspections
118Violations
0Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven: Comparison to Polk County Averages

This Facility 4.2 violations / inspection 4.2 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg 3.26 violations / inspection 3.26 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Polk County Avg 0.18 closures / facility 0.18 county average

Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2022044844 $400.00 Aug 23, 2022 Miami (Doral)

Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)

— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 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

Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven last inspected?
Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven?
The most frequently cited violations at Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven had?
Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven find?
Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven ever been shut down?
No, Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 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.
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 Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Salem's Fresh Eats in Winter Haven been fined?
Salem's Fresh Eats 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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