WHEELER'S RETURNS
13 S MONROE AVE, Arcadia FL 34266 · 863-993-1554
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
JAN 25
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DEC 25
APR 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024057305 | Sep 30, 2024 | Oct 24, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw sausage over celery and tomato in reach in cooler in the back of kitchen, owner removed.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 1/2 case of tomatoes with green fuzz on top of them in reach in cooler in dry storage area at 62F, owner voluntarily discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 1/2 case of tomatoes with green fuzz on top of them in reach in cooler in dry storage area at 62F, owner voluntarily discarded. See stop sale.
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.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed manuel can opener with food debris on it.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink in back of kitchen with a dish rack on it and not accessible, owner moved rack.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris in hand washing sink in kitchen, employee cleaned out.
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. Printed a copy for owner, by end of inspection all employees signed.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap in men's bathroom.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed two holes over reach in freezer and shelf in back of kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in freezer in the kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave in back of kitchen soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hoods soiled with grease.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed two pans of raw beef in the sink improperly thawed, employee turned on water.
Apr 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a container of chicken noodle soup at 48F and a pan of meat sauce at 49F, operator stated the food has only been in the reach in cooler less than an hour and is going to be reheated for lunch, operator advised a work order has been put in for the reach in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink in the back is blocked by mop bucket and carts, operator moved.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drink on reach in freezer near cook line, operator moved.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw bacon thawed in a container of water in sink, operator put under running water.
Dec 8, 2025Inspection 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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Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floors underneath fryer and in front of dish 3-compartment not smooth or durable.
Sep 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at prep table in the kitchen, grooved.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed the floor in front of the dish machine is not durable or smooth.
Jul 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed tomato sauce in the reach in cooler not date marked, owner put a lane and date on it.
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 the only two employees without proof of their training.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black like substance on the white guard in the ice machine at the front counter.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at prep table in the kitchen, grooved.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Car keys on the prep shelf in food prep area, owner moved.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed the floor in front of the dish machine is not durable or smooth.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed the reach in freezer in back of kitchen with ice build up.
Jan 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef on top of chocolate pudding in reach in cooler located in back of kitchen, operator moved to different shelve.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed three bottles of lemon juice stored next to a bottle of cleaner on a shelve under the handwashing sink in kitchen. Observed a bottle of CLR cleaner on the ice machine, operator removed.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove separated and damaged from the wall behind the dish machine and sink.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor in front of three compartment sink, not smooth.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in freezer located back of kitchen.
Oct 2, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease and food debris in between the fryer and behind cooking equipment.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed front counter, where the hand sink is, hole in the wall on both sides. Also observed wall damaged across from the chest freezer
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed two lights in the kitchen area, not shielded.
Sep 30, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed cook crack egg shells, no hand wash. Cook washed hands after education.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed over reach in freezer, operator took down.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed cans of raid and other pesticides near triple sink.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 20 rodent droppings on floor behind chest freezer.
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on front counter butter cups were at 66F, operator removed and put in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter in crock pot on counter at 117F. Employee turned up dial.
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 no employee agreements, printed for operator and signed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed under three compartment sink, and other areas, coving missing and not properly attached to wall.
Dead roaches on premises.Observed 1 dead roach behind chest freezer on floor
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease and food debris in between the fryer and behind cooking equipment.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed front counter, where the hand sink is, hole in the wall on both sides. Also observed wall damaged across from the chest freezer
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in the glass top chest freezer.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed two lights in the kitchen area, not shielded.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Last employee hired with no responsibility to report form signed. Employee signed during inspection.
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cheese. Operator moved to lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed small refrigerator freezer at back door area (); pudding (44F - Cold Holding); cream (44F - Cold Holding) operator moved items to another refrigerator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty spoon in handsink at front counter and dark liquid in sink as evidence of sink being used as dump sink. Manager reviewed proper procedure with waitstaff.
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. They bserved one employee started a few weeks ago and form not signed on first day of hire. Operator gave form to employee who read signed and dated during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.chute at drink dispenser.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Operator secured items.
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.