Checkers #213

1001 W 8 St, Palmetto, FL 342214613

American

Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Checkers #213 stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 4, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

Looking across the full record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Checkers #213 scores about where you'd expect for a Palmetto restaurant. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 4, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter on mop sink faucet without a vacuum breaker with a hose attached.

29-42-4

Jul 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - 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 some employees with no written plan. Emailed form to manager.

11-26-1

Apr 29, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in a malfunctioning warmer: Fish (112F - Hot Holding). Operator states it had been out for approximately 30 minutes and tossed it of their own volition. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Jan 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Original certificates not at restaurant. District manager has original certificates. **Repeat Violation**

53B-09-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stainless steel pans stacked above three part sink still wet.

24-08-4

Jul 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Nov 1, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom left side of side exterior kitchen door. **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed some sauce bottles not labeled on food line.

02D-01-5

Jul 5, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans above three part sink stacked wet. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Hand dryer not working in public restroom.

32-05-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap on bottom left side of exterior kitchen door. **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Feb 2, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Sep 13, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked wet pans above three part sink.

24-08-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Checkers #213 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Checkers #213 on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Checkers #213?

Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Checkers #213.

How does Checkers #213 compare to other restaurants in Palmetto?

Checkers #213 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Palmetto average of 83.

Has Checkers #213's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Checkers #213 have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Checkers #213 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Checkers #213 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Checkers #213 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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