Alva Country Diner
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
43
Score
Alva Country Diner has been inspected 12 times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 18, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “equipment in poor repair”, showing up five times.
Alva Country Diner's latest score of 43 falls below the Florida average of 72. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
43
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
67
Apr 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath door and floor in side kitchen door exit area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: Observed gap beneath door and floor in side kitchen door exit area. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed urinal is not working. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-15: Observed urinal is not functioning. **Time Extended**
32-23-5
90
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Oct 1, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed build of up large amount Of deep grooves cuts on cutting board on cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on walk in freezer door and reach in cooler on the cookline torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on reach in cooler door gaskets on cook and service line.
23-03-4
Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed urinal in men's room covered with a plastic bag, marked out of service. **Repeat Violation**
32-23-4
82
May 16, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board next to fryer on cook line-soiled with food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-16: Observed cutting board next to fryer on cook line-soiled with food debris. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine at time of inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-16: Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine at time of inspection. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove moulding broken/ missing next to the stove on the cookline. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-16: Observed cove moulding broken/ missing next to the stove on the cookline. **Time Extended**
36-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer door does not close properly operator using scraper to pry it shut, and the hand sink across from three compartment sink needs to be replaced parts broken and loose from cabinet. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-16: Observed walk in freezer door does not close properly operator using scraper to pry it shut, and the hand sink across from three compartment sink needs to be replaced parts broken and loose from cabinet. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at threshold on exterior door to rear parking area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-16: Observed gap at threshold on exterior door to rear parking area. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up around walk in freezer door frame. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-16: Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer on the door frame. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
67
May 14, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 live flying insects .Observed 5 flying insects around dish area, front counter top and by rear door. Restaurant open and operating. **Warning**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board next to fryer on cook line-soiled with food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine at time of inspection. **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed spring on mens room door is broken and not self closing. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.observed ceiling at service counter by entry door damaged. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove moulding broken/ missing next to the stove on the cookline. **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee on cook line with no hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer door does not close properly operator using scraper to pry it shut, and the hand sink across from three compartment sink needs to be replaced parts broken and loose from cabinet. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at threshold on exterior door to rear parking area. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up around walk in freezer door frame. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris under microwave oven on the cook line. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed urinal in mens room not operating and is covered with a garbage bag. **Warning**
32-23-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wash cloth stored on counter in between uses, operator moved to sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
39
Mar 19, 2024
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
78
Oct 23, 2023
Complaint Full
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling has water damage. In kitchen and prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-23: Observed ceiling tile damaged. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse on service counter next to dessert on counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-23: Observed cell phone on counter on cook line above prep table. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed several employees with bracelets. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-23: Observed employee wearing bracelets. **Time Extended**
13-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer door peeling aluminum on inside of door and unable to be shut completing with addition device to hold door closed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-23: Observed walk in freezer door in disrepair and unable to be closed properly. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light visible Under door at threshold on door exiting to back parking lot area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-23: Observed gap on bottom of outside door to back parking lot area. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer around the door area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-23: Observed buildup of ice around frame of freezer door area. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outdoor ice machine with no overhead protection. Observed ice machine stored outside no overhead protection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-23: Observed outside ice machine not covered or under roof protection. **Time Extended**
08B-61-5
70
Aug 23, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
20
Apr 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over sliced cooked Turkey in walk in cooler. operator moved pork to other shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: Observed raw eggs stored above uncovered chili. **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed walk in shelves soiled with food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee working with no food no beard guard. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: Observed **Time Extended**
13-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees cooking food with no hair restraints. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: Observed employee preparing food no hair restraint. **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed plastic fan guards in walk in cooler broken. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Alva Country Diner last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Alva Country Diner on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Alva Country Diner?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Alva Country Diner.
Has Alva Country Diner's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Alva Country Diner have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Alva Country Diner means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Alva Country Diner inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Alva Country Diner is inspected around four times per year on average.
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