Checkers 6271

1495 Us Hwy 1, Vero Beach, FL 32960

American

Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Checkers 6271 eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 19, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “working containers of food removed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Checkers 6271's latest score of 95 sits above the Vero Beach average of 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 19, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar spice shaker

02D-01-5

Jun 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Vontavious expired 3/15/25

53A-03-7

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on low boy reach in

14-11-5

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Low boy cooler

05-09-4

Mar 3, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Sep 5, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Water dripping from ceiling onto floor

36-22-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Strawberry sauce

08B-12-5

Feb 26, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 1 manager. Expired less than 1 month ago. Manager is scheduled to take class.

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-13-5

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In women's restroom

36-03-4

Basic - Ice bucket not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

24-05-4

Oct 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink behind soda dispenser **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under fryer

36-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on lower cooler dirty

23-03-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Shaker with salt and pepper not labeled

02D-01-5

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted

24-05-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On top of freezer

14-09-4

May 23, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Aug 26, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - 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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Male employee

13-04-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. **Repeat Violation**

36-22-4

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Walk-in cooler ice melt dripping onto covered product

08B-36-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in cooler. 2. Ice build up in walk-in freezer

14-69-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Checkers 6271 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Checkers 6271 on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Checkers 6271?

Across the inspection record, “working containers of food removed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Checkers 6271.

How does Checkers 6271 compare to other restaurants in Vero Beach?

Checkers 6271 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Vero Beach average of 77.

Has Checkers 6271's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Checkers 6271 have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Checkers 6271 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 6271 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Checkers 6271 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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