Checkers #5790

940 Havendale Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 338811353
American
Last inspected: Sep 30, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Checkers #5790 has been inspected six times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 30, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust”, showing up two times.

Checkers #5790 scores about where you'd expect for a Winter Haven restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed in rear of unit.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on soft drink drain rack, manager removed ice scoop from drain rack. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
90
Aug 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. At fry station. Operator turned containers face down. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In walk in cooler.
14-17-4
90
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee cleaned the grill scraper at the hand washing sink across from the cook line.
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on the top/ bottom reach in freezer.
23-03-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Inside the ice bin at the beverage station. The handle was removed from out of the ice. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
78
Nov 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil on the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves.
14-17-4
90
May 22, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Oct 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Checkers #5790 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Checkers #5790 on file is from Sep 30, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Checkers #5790?

Across the inspection record, “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Checkers #5790.

How does Checkers #5790 compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?

Checkers #5790 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Winter Haven average of 89.

Has Checkers #5790's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Checkers #5790 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Checkers #5790 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 #5790 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Checkers #5790 is inspected around two times per year on average.