Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge

5023 Hwy 90, Pace, FL 32571
American
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge was last inspected on Mar 6, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Pace restaurants. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
90
Oct 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
74
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Automatic vacuum breaker missing from hose bibb at mop sink, and missing at pump next to dumpster.
29-34-4
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 3 compartment sink quaternary sanitizer reading 800 ppm, per manufacturer instructions, exceeds allowed concentration. Manager diluted sanitizer to 150 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in right corner of walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
70
Mar 24, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink by dish machine. Operator added paper towels during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk in freezer. No contact with food observed.
14-69-4
86
Jan 20, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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. No proof of employee training for some employees, employees trained through internal corporate training.
53B-13-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk in freezer. No contact with food observed
14-69-4
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge.

How does Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge compare to other restaurants in Pace?

Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Pace average of 93.

Has Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge 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 Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chick-Fil-A at the Ridge is inspected around two times per year on average.