Zolfo Springs — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Zolfo Springs, Florida has 11 food establishments with 92 inspections on record. The pass rate is 75%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 6.9 violations per visit.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

11Facilities
92Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
75%Pass Rate
6.9Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Pioneer Restaurant 35 326 2
Taco Express #2 19 128 0
Acapulco Cafe 21 107 0
Restaurant El Mesquite 17 107 0
Ranchito Meat & Produce 0 0 0

Zolfo Springs Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Zolfo Springs 75% Pass Rate 75%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Zolfo Springs 6.9 Avg Violations / Inspection 6.9
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Zolfo Springs 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Zolfo Springs Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
14 Food contact surfaces 2,202
08 Proper hand/arm washing 1,230
05 Handwashing procedures 1,220
36 Proper ventilation 981
24 Toxic substance control 979

Zolfo Springs Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

4Actions on Record
$1,720Total Fines
$430Avg Fine
$520Largest Fine
2Facilities Fined

Zolfo Springs Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

4Fire Violations
2Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 3
Fire extinguisher in red zone 1

Zolfo Springs Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Zolfo Springs has 7 FDACS-regulated facilities with 16 inspections on record.

7Retail Facilities
16FDACS Inspections

Zolfo Springs FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
4-904.11 Single-service or single-use articles handled, displayed or dispensed without 1
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 1
7-102.11 Working container of poisonous or toxic materials taken from a bulk supply not 1
2-402.11 Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard 1
4-601.11(B) Food-contact surface of cooking equipment or pan is encrusted with grease deposits 1

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Zolfo Springs: Notable Restaurants

Pioneer Restaurant

Zolfo Springs · Most Closures

35 inspections 326 violations 2 closures

Acapulco Cafe

Zolfo Springs · Most Inspected

21 inspections 107 violations

Taco Express #2

Zolfo Springs · Most Inspected

19 inspections 128 violations

Restaurant El Mesquite

Zolfo Springs · Recently Inspected

17 inspections 107 violations

Zolfo Springs Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Zolfo Springs?
Zolfo Springs, Florida has 11 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Zolfo Springs?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Zolfo Springs is 75%. The Florida state average is 86%.
What are the most common health violations in Zolfo Springs?
The most frequently cited violations in Zolfo Springs are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Handwashing procedures.
How does Zolfo Springs compare to the Florida state average?
Zolfo Springs has a pass rate of 75%, which is 11 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 6.9 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Zolfo Springs?
Food establishments in Zolfo Springs have an average of 8.4 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Zolfo Springs been assessed?
Food establishments in Zolfo Springs have been assessed $1,720 in fines across 4 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $430 and the largest single fine was $520.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Zolfo Springs restaurants?
4 fire safety violations have been documented across 2 food establishments in Zolfo Springs. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Zolfo Springs inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Zolfo Springs, Florida has 7 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 16 inspections on record.

Zolfo Springs Restaurants & Food Establishments (11)

Pioneer Restaurant 2 closures

COR HWY 64/US HWY 17, Zolfo Springs

35 inspections · 326 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Taco Express #2

330 FL-66, Zolfo Springs

19 inspections · 128 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Restaurant El Mesquite

825 SR 66, Zolfo Springs

17 inspections · 107 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Acapulco Cafe

3410 S HWY 17, Zolfo Springs

21 inspections · 107 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Mancini Foods LLC FDACS Retail

3500 Mancini PL, Zolfo Springs

FDACS Retail Food · Acidified Food Canning

Las Dos Palmas Mexican Food FDACS Retail

3428 Main ST, Zolfo Springs

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Ranchito Meat & Produce FDACS Retail

3320 US Highway 17 S, Zolfo Springs

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Dbftt.LLC FDACS Retail

1006 Leavy North RD, Zolfo Springs

FDACS Retail Food · Limited Poultry and Egg

Mam Corporation of Zolfo FDACS Retail

105 State Road 64 E, Zolfo Springs

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Sunny South Vending FDACS Retail

2902 US Hwy 17 S, Zolfo Springs

FDACS Retail Food · Packaged Ice Self Vending

Vw Circle K - 2707697 FDACS Retail

2940 PEAR ST, Zolfo Springs

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water