BROKEN SPUR DINER
10 POLK AVE, Arcadia FL 34266 · 863.263.2311
Last inspected Feb 23, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw turkey stored over pie shells in the reach in freezer in storage area, owner moved the turkey.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in the reach in freezer in back storage area.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed hood system without hood filters and not operational, flat grill, burners and two counter top fryers are in use.
Dec 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw turkey stored over pie shells in the reach in freezer in storage area, owner moved the turkey.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 11 small mason jars of honey, 3 large mason jars of peach jam and 3 syrup bottles of syrup on the front counter that is cottage food being sold from a customer, owner moved.
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. Observed no proof of any training for S. Beauvias, L. Shadduck and D. Salatino.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed bag steak with date of 11/10/25 marked on it, owner stated was pulled from reach in freezer on 12/9/25 without properly dating it.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pan of clam chowder in the reach in cooler made yesterday, not date marked or labeled, owner corrected by putting date and label.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook without a beard guard on, cook put one on.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in the reach in freezer in back storage area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled with food debris, owner cleaned and sanitized.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on pan of food in the reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employees drink in reach in cooler at front counter with restaurant drinks, employee moved.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed solution stored on the floor next to the sink in the kitchen, owner moved.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed hood system without hood filters and not operational, flat grill, burners and two counter top fryers are in use.
Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed hard raw shell eggs over cheese and butter in the reach in cooler, owner moved.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach and laundry detergent next to flour, oil and bottle water in the back storage, owner moved.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer with old food debris on it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice in the handwashing sink at the front counter.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed pancake batter sitting on counter with no 4 hour written plan, primed a copy and went over owner.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed two pans of spaghetti meat sauce made yesterday without a date marked on it.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed couple of cutting boards grooved in the kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in the reach in freezer in the storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at the hand washing sink in the kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers on the shelves in kitchen.
Portable fire extinguisher is inaccessible. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher behind a reach in cooler with no access.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed flat grill, burners and fryers in use without an operation hood system.
Apr 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee handling ready to eat food after handling soiled equipment without changing gloves or washing hands.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the handwashing sink with pans inside. Operator moved items.
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 some illness reporting forms completed but not all.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in use knives stored in between equipment. Operator moved.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the screen door, fan and ceiling vent soiled with grease in the kitchen.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a white container without a label. Operator labeled.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed fryers, flat grill and burners in use in the kitchen without a hood system.
Aug 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in male restroom.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
Nov 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed small under counter refrigerator/freezer butter (47F - Cold Holding); half n half (44F - Cold Holding);. Too many items stored in unit causing no airflow and unit unable to keep foods cold at 41F or colder. Manager stated items were placed in cooler lees than 1 hours ago. Moved items to refrigerator in kitchen to quickly cool to 41F within 4 hours.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Operator wearing wrist watch while preparing food.
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed cook use 3 bay sink to wash hands. Employee was informed and washed hands in handsink.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cutting board stored behind faucet handles of prep sink at kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sign posted over 3 bay sink and not over handsink in kitchen.
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