RIVER GREENS GOLF COURSE REST
47 LAKE DAMON DR, Avon Park FL 33825 · (863)453-5210
Last inspected Mar 6, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 21 rodent droppings, in a small closet by entrance doors in the kitchen. Observed 8 rodent droppings in grey container on dish shelve next to dish machine.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025000670 | Jan 2, 2025 | Feb 3, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw premade meatloaf over american sliced cheese, operator moved meatloaf to bottom shelf.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink is blocked by a bakers rack with potatoes on it, operator moved.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook with a watch on preparing food, cook took the watch off.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop in handle of ice in the ice machine, operator moved it.
Oct 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a pan of raw jumbo hot dogs over an open case of flour tortillas in the walk in cooler, operator moved to a different shelf.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed grill cleaner with a bottle of oil and a bottle of butter on a shelf, operator moved.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a bakers rack blocking the hand wash sink in the kitchen, operator moved.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a pink like substance on the corner of the silver guard in the ice machine, operator cleaned and sanitized by end of inspection.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining area with the fryer on it.
Mar 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler, raw ground beef was on top of lemonade mix, owner moved.
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. Printed a copy for owner, they taped on wall.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in the ice in the ice machine at front bar area, owner removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets around walk in cooler are dirty.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws and coffee stirrers not wrapped out on the bar for the customers to take, owner removed.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler, with some rust and paint chipping off of them.
Jan 3, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 2, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters exposed for the bag, operator put back in bag.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed one case of raw bacon over one case of flour tortillas, operator removed.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 21 rodent droppings, in a small closet by entrance doors in the kitchen. Observed 8 rodent droppings in grey container on dish shelve next to dish machine.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed 1 gallon of awesome degreaser next to two bottles of margarita mix on a shelve in the storage area, operator removed to different location.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2-5 gallons of pickles on the floor in walk in cooler, operator removed.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed a hole in the wall 2x2 inches towards the bottom by the entrance doors in the kitchen.
Feb 15, 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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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating and drinking in open container behind bar. Employee had food on prep table at back kitchen and had started eating the food then walked through to the bar to fix herself a drink in her personal cup all while chewing food. Employee was redirected to dining area with food.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed bartender scooping ice and serving food with jeweled rings and wrist watch.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed uncovered ice bin at front bar counter. Soda gun and bar sponge where drinks are poured and mixed positioned over open bin.
Nov 7, 2023Inspection 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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Cooked seafood not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds. Observed haddock deep fried to 129. Not fully cooked operator recooked to 198F.
Abrasives and detergents not removed during the rinse process. DM emitting more soap than can be rinsed off during rinsing process.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees working with open food on cookline with wrist watch. Front counter person working with open food plating food dipping ice with large stone setting rings.
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed sandwich cook with wispy bangs to chin not restrained.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Manager working with open food on cookline with no hair restraint.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) strip turned black. Manager refilled tested at 100ppm
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.