ALVA COUNTRY DINER
21200 SR 80, Alva FL 33920 · 239-728-3366
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 live flying insects.Observed 5 flying insects around dish area, front counter top and by rear door. Restaurant open and operating.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Operator removed for cleaning and cleaned.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed no copies of the employee health agreement signed, emailed Employee reporting agreement DBPR FORM HR 5030-103.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee beverage on the cook line next to the steam table.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on the reach in cooler and reach in freezer torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles on the cook line cracked.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves and fan guards in the walk in cooler soiled.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear exterior door not self closing.
Stored food not covered. Observed stored raw chicken and cooked prime rib, not covered.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed urinal not in service, overhead with a trash bag.
Mar 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook change gloves several times without washing hands when changing tasks on the cook line. Educated cook on properly washing hands after changing tasks on cook line.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prime rib and top round in walk-in cooler not date marked.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed business license displayed but was 2025.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of French Fries on floor in walk-in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives was removed from between equipment on cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label date on meatloaf in walk-in cooler.
Open dumpster lid.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler front counter.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.observed 4 cans of green beans with rust on the lids in dry storage. Operator segregated cans for return.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on walk in freezer door torn/damaged.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on walk in cooler shelves.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed urinal in men's room wrapped with a garbage bag. Not in service.
Apr 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath door and floor in side kitchen door exit area.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed urinal is not working.
Feb 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ observed CFM Expired 1-23-2025
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn on cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath door and floor in side kitchen door exit area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled with food debris, and fan guard with dust like substance.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed front door to establishment not self closing.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed urinal is not working.
Oct 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed build of up large amount Of deep grooves cuts on cutting board on cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on walk in freezer door and reach in cooler on the cookline torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on reach in cooler door gaskets on cook and service line.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed urinal in men's room covered with a plastic bag, marked out of service.
May 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board next to fryer on cook line-soiled with food debris.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine at time of inspection.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove moulding broken/ missing next to the stove on the cookline.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer door does not close properly operator using scraper to pry it shut, and the hand sink across from three compartment sink needs to be replaced parts broken and loose from cabinet.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at threshold on exterior door to rear parking area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up around walk in freezer door frame.
- From initial inspection : Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed outlet cover for light switch inside walk in cooler for walk in freezer broken.
May 14, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 live flying insects.Observed 5 flying insects around dish area, front counter top and by rear door. Restaurant open and operating.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board next to fryer on cook line-soiled with food debris.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine at time of inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed spring on mens room door is broken and not self closing.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.observed ceiling at service counter by entry door damaged.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove moulding broken/ missing next to the stove on the cookline.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee on cook line with no hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer door does not close properly operator using scraper to pry it shut, and the hand sink across from three compartment sink needs to be replaced parts broken and loose from cabinet.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at threshold on exterior door to rear parking area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up around walk in freezer door frame.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris under microwave oven on the cook line.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed urinal in mens room not operating and is covered with a garbage bag.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wash cloth stored on counter in between uses, operator moved to sanitizer bucket.
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed outlet cover for light switch inside walk in cooler for walk in freezer broken.
Mar 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water staining on ceiling in restaurant.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer door in disrepair and unable to remain closed due to damaged gaskets.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath door leading to the rear parking lot. Operator showed me new threshold she bought and is waiting to install.
Food stored on floor. Observed bags of ice in walk in freezer stored on the floor. Operator moved ice to shelf at least 6 inches off the floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed build up of ice around door frame of walk in freezer.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old day date stickers on clean plastic containers on storage rack.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with build up of food debris on the blade.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed freezer door in disrepair and unable to remain closed due to damaged gaskets.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath door leading to the rear parking lot.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed build up of ice around door frame of walk in freezer.
Oct 23, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling has water damage. In kitchen and prep area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse on service counter next to dessert on counter.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed several employees with bracelets.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer door peeling aluminum on inside of door and unable to be shut completing with addition device to hold door closed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light visible Under door at threshold on door exiting to back parking lot area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer around the door area.
Outdoor ice machine with no overhead protection. Observed ice machine stored outside no overhead protection.
Aug 23, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate16 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 of can dented green beans and 2 cans of dented corned beef.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat pickles in walk in cooler.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager did not have proof of Certifed Food Manager training.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of food handler training for any employee.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink in ladies room.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed date of prepared food in walk in cooler not marked with the date the food was prepared.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no date of last service on water filter next to ice machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed build up of mold like substance in ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling has water damage. In kitchen and prep area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in ladies room
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage in a lidded container with no straw.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse on service counter next to dessert on counter.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed several employees with bracelets.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer door peeling aluminum on inside of door and unable to be shut completing with addition device to hold door closed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light visible Under door at threshold on door exiting to back parking lot area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer around the door area.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed ice scoop on grille of soda machine. Operator moved scoop.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in or walk in coolers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of grease on hood filters and backsplash.
Outdoor ice machine with no overhead protection. Observed ice machine stored outside no overhead protection.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed not all coffee filters inverted or protected next to coffee machine and in dry storage area.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked prime rib in walk in cooler not covered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bin of flour in walk in cooler not labeled.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.