Dinos Drive in
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
67
Score
Going back to 2022, Dinos Drive in has eight inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 16, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around six violations, down from roughly nine violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up four times.
The city-wide average sits at 88, which Dinos Drive in's 67 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
4 major violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed blue scrubber in hand sink in center food preparation area, employee removes scrubber from hand sink.. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed for Cindy Patsourkas. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-14-5
67
Sep 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken liver stored over raw fish in 3-door reach in cooler.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed operator procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on shelves where cooked chicken is stored, between equipment, on garbage can lids.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield.
22-20-5
70
Aug 20, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 20 hamburger patties left in cooler overnight at 50f degrees per operator.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 20 hamburger patties left in cooler overnight at 50f degrees per operator.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Dry storage shelves.
22-31-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. **Repeat Violation**
05-10-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Corner of kitchen next to the cooler i front of the tea machine. Grease underneath fryers on cook line.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Boxes of oil behind fryer on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Behind and in between fryers heavily soiled with food debris and grease. Hood system.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers of flour in dry storage.
02D-01-5
43
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Tuna 2lbs,16 hamburger patties, 5lb bag of cheese, 16 lbs of gizzards,3lbs of tomato, 3lbs ribs, 5 lbs gyro meat 16lbs of chicken left in cooler overnight All at 62f.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tuna 2lbs,16 hamburger patties, 5lb bag of cheese, 16 lbs of gizzards,3lbs of tomato, 3lbs ribs, 5 lbs gyro meat and 16 lbs of chicken left in cooler overnight at 62f.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink next to cook line.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Light at top right corner of the back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
33-23-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Containers at expo line employees turned face down. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken and hamburger thawing at room temperature on shelves. Employee put chicken under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
45
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
64
Oct 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine 400 ppm operator added more water chlorine 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Plastic bin at top of ice machine soiled with black mold like substance. Ice is not touching the top of machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath ice machine. Behind equipment on cook line soiled with food debris.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of catfish and oil on the flower In ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Grease receptacle heavily soiled.
33-20-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
33-23-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods soiled with grease. Equipment on cook line soiled with food debris and grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Pepsi cooler shelves.
14-33-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. On cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen.
36-27-5
47
Jun 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
39
Nov 30, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed her hands at the 3 compartment sink. I had employee to wash, rinse and sanitized the3 compartment sink and wash her hands at an approved hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bucket of cooked chicken wings stored on the floor near the hand washing sink in the kitchen. Bucket of chicken not stored from splash. Stored next to the hand washing sink. The product was removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Inside the ice machine. Scoop was removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of the ice machine.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. White plastic panel in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cupused to scoop ice from the ice machine.
14-01-5
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dinos Drive in last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dinos Drive in on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dinos Drive in?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Dinos Drive in.
How does Dinos Drive in compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?
Dinos Drive in most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Winter Haven average of 88.
Has Dinos Drive in's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dinos Drive in have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Dinos Drive in means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Dinos Drive in inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dinos Drive in is inspected around two times per year on average.
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