CHECKER'S DRIVE IN #356
1721 S TAMIAMI TRL, Venice FL 34293 · (941)497-5445
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 32 points better than where it started.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chili and cooked burger patties Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior, and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed several pieces of unused non functional equipment inside kitchen area.
May 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dirty scrub pads in he's by mop sink.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed written Time control sheet plan not available at time of inspection. Repeat from last inspection 3-24-25
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled in kitchen and walk-in cooler. Repeat from last inspection 3-24-25
Insect control device installed over food preparation area by soft serve ice cream machine.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Repeat from last inspection 3-24-25
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat from last inspection 3-24-25
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Mar 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed cheese, cut onions, cut tomatoes, shredded lettuce and mayonnaise at make table were all not time marked. Operator move soap stated items had been placed out for use 1 hour prior and then properly marked times on all items. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by mop sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink by mop sink.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Establishment did not have Time control sheet at time of inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer and under kitchen equipment. Repeat 8-1-24
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Grease receptacle lid open.
Reach-in cooler under make table at cooks line interior/has accumulation of soil residues. Repeat 8-1-24
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink by mop sink being use as dump sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink by mop sink. Repeat 8-1-24
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled under and around equipment and main areas with heavy grease buildup. Observed walk-in-cooler soiled.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug control device on all by slushy machine and single service cups.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed bottom of reach-in-cooler and gasket soiled with mold-like-substance.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed multiple soiled walls throughout kitchen and dish area.
Oct 16, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded.
0 High priority8 Intermediate7 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink by mop area block by boxes, mop bucket and equipment in sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink by mop sink being use as dump sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink by mop sink. Repeat 8-1-24
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 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.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled under and around equipment and main areas with heavy grease buildup. Observed walk-in-cooler soiled.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug control device on all by slushy machine and single service cups.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed bottom of reach-in-cooler and gasket soiled with mold-like-substance.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket on counter at burger assembly area. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed multiple soiled walls throughout kitchen and dish area.
Aug 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at cooks line. Employee replaced paper towels. Repeat 10-30-23
Ceiling vents soiled with dust and mold-like-substance.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soil under equipment and behind ice machines. Repeat 10-30-23
Food stored on floor. Observe pickle buckets on the floor and walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Oct 30, 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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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink by mop sink broken and no paper towels available.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat 7-17-23
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris around and behind equipment. Repeat 7-17-23
Jul 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan cover in Walk-in cooler with buildup of mold-like substance.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor around behind and along side ice machine soiled. Repeat 11-10-22
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.