CHARLIE FAYE'S DEPOT
21 W MAIN ST, Avon Park FL 33825 · 863-664-1674
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023
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4 inspections trending up, 35 points better than where it started.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018023022 | Apr 27, 2018 | May 30, 2018 | $400 |
| 7--2018019602 | Apr 10, 2018 | May 3, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in the reach in freezer in back of kitchen.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in cooler in back storage area, operator placed thermometer in reach in cooler.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed.
Oct 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Floor soiled/has accumulation of grey stain/ dust/ dirt in dinning area.
Jan 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed dishmachine not dispensing sanitizer at proper strength. Found at 0ppm. May not use machine until able to dispense sanitizer at 50 to 100 ppm.
Observed grease accumulation under fryer area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone on top of microwave at waitstation.
Equipment in poor repair.observed visibly corroded metal ice scoop. Owner discarded.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Floor soiled/has accumulation of grey stain/ dust/ dirt in dinning area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris in toaster oven.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed dried spices removed from original packaging with no common name label in storage shelves over prep area.
Oct 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed roof leak and tiles water damaged in storage area.
Oct 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Corrected to 50 ppm during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.Observed two door prep top (); veggie burger meat (51F); sauerkraut (49F - Cold Holding); Olive tappenaude (52F - Cold Holding); ground beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding); cube steak (51F - Cold Holding); canned mushrooms (51F48 - Cold Holding); sliced cheeses 4 lbs (52F - Cold Holding); tindie butter 1pint (49F - Cold Holding); brined onions 2qts (49F - Cold Holding); Cuban sandwiches 8ea (52F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed two door prep top (); veggie burger meat (51F); sauerkraut (49F - Cold Holding); Olive tappenaude (52F - Cold Holding); ground beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding); cube steak (51F - Cold Holding); canned mushrooms (51F48 - Cold Holding); sliced cheeses 4 lbs (52F - Cold Holding); tindie butter 1pint (49F - Cold Holding); brined onions 2qts (49F - Cold Holding); Cuban sandwiches 8ea (52F - Cold Holding), in cooler from day before. See stop sale.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed roof leak and tiles water damaged in storage area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Unable to properly sanitize to 50 ppm corrected to 50 ppm during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed two door prep top (); veggie burger meat 1lb(51F); sauerkraut 1/2 pint (49F - Cold Holding); Olive tappenaude 1 pint (52F - Cold Holding); ground beef 5 lbs (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken 8 lbs (52F - Cold Holding); cube steak 3 lbs(51F - Cold Holding); canned mushrooms 1pint (51F48 - Cold Holding); sliced cheeses 4 lbs (52F - Cold Holding); tindie butter 1pint (49F - Cold Holding); brined onions 2qts (49F - Cold Holding); Cuban sandwiches 8ea (52F - Cold Holding) cooler unable to hold foods at 41F or colder.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed gloves under soap dispenser at wait station.
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen and dining area.
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