CULVER'S RESTAURANT
1030 W SUGARLAND HWY, Clewiston FL 33440 · 608-742-2893
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
NOV 23
AUG 24
JAN 26
APR 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on floor in kitchen. Operator terminated.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019040898 | Jun 25, 2019 | Aug 28, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Six people working and no certified food manager present at commencement. Certified food manager came during inspection..
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach on top of customer self service soda machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
Food stored on floor in walk in freezer. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Show the remaining 2 findings ▾
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Plastic spoons at check out and under line. Operator stored correctly.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only at entry.
Apr 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Operator touched face and glasses whilst making food and did not change gloves. Operator was educated and washed hands, placing new gloves on.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two cooks on line without beard guards.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at storage racks. Operator removed.
Food stored on floor in walk in freezer. Operator stated no delivery. Operator removed and stored correctly.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched: plastic spoons at check out. Operator removed.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only: at entry.
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Aug 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly: Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator called for service
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over burger set ups in front line reach in cooler. Operator stored correctly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on floor in kitchen. Operator terminated.
Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours. Eight bags of barbecue baked beans. Operator voluntarily discarded.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink on line at right with stored items in it. Operator removed.
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. Operator had new employee review and sign.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour removed from bulk not labeled. Operator labeled.
Nov 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cuttings boards on line, new ones ordered.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water by reach in cooler at waiting station. Operator swept up water.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken, with coleslaw. Operator discarded.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Operator placed trash bags at location.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched, spoons at waiting station. Operator removed.
Waste receptacle with no bags for feminine hygiene products.
Aug 16, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at wait station stand up cooler.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing.
Aug 9, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One small flying insect at wait station. Three small flying insects at salad prep area. Four small flying insects at back storage area. Two at mop sink. Operator called Ecolab for appointment.
Stick pads not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station in back storage areas.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Diced tomatoes at 50 degrees, Operator placed in walk in freezer. Retested at 43F.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Items stored in hand washing sink by line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of dead insects, or other pests, on sticky pads in back storage. Dead lizard and spider on sticky pad. Operator removed.
Bathroom facility not clean, female bathroom not clean, toilet soiled.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at wait station stand up cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris at prep sinks with food.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing.
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.