Famous Flames
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
90
Score
Famous Flames appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 9, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly 10 violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “equipment in poor repair”, which has been cited two times.
Among Avon Park restaurants, the typical score is 76; Famous Flames is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors in back storage building not smooth or durable, there is plywood under the reach in cooler and reach in freezers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed two reach in freezers with ice buildup up in them out in the back storage building. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-09: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
90
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer in building behind kitchen leaning and poor condition. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floors in the building behind the kitchen not durable near the reach in freezers. **Repeat Violation**
36-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in two reach in freezers in the building behind the kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in cooler under prep table in kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed three cases of 3 compartment trays on the floor in the building behind kitchen, owner moved. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
78
Dec 6, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed several dented cans and one open can in storage area behind kitchen, operator will discard. **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed reach in freezer in storage area behind kitchen ribs in a black trash bag. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed a hole in the wall close to floor with 15 rodent droppings, by the spice rack. Observed two rodent droppings underneath prep table by fryer. Operator cleaned and sanitized area and has filled in hole with foam. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-04-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handwashing sink located by the bathroom, no hot water. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed siding on storage area building damaged from hurricane. **Warning**
36-51-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in storage area behind kitchen and bathroom next to dining area damaged and falling in. Observed ceiling tile over table in dining area not smooth. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. **Warning**
33-12-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone, on shelf and jackets located on shelf, employee moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook and other employee without hair restraints on. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer in storage area behind kitchen leaning and in poor condition. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floors in storage area not smooth or durable. **Warning**
36-11-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall down by floor by spice rack, operator filled with foam. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield in storage area not working behind kitchen. **Warning**
38-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign on back sink by back door. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. **Warning**
29-27-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons upright on shelve above three compartment sink, operator turn them down. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mops outside not in upright position. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers on shelve with no labels on them, employee labeled them. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
21
Feb 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with old food debris on blade. Operator washed and sanitized.
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed old grease under cookline equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed warmer with no thermometer
05-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of white and brown sugar with no common name label.
02D-01-5
78
Oct 26, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed seasoned chicken in closed lidded bucket floating in cool water in sink to thaw.
03D-15-4
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. Inspector provided handout at inspection employees signed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
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. Inspector provided handout at inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided handout at inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed storage area with multiple amounts of unused equipment and items not used which cause unnecessary clutter and make it impossible to properly clean storage area where food is stored floors to walls.
33-31-5
64
Feb 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed unopened package of ant bait stored over prep area. Employee placed at chemical storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed aluminum pans not stored inverted. Employee inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Observed wooden knife block in use.
14-55-4
74
Oct 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Famous Flames last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Famous Flames on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Famous Flames?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Famous Flames.
How does Famous Flames compare to other restaurants in Avon Park?
Famous Flames most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Avon Park average of 76.
Has Famous Flames' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Famous Flames have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Famous Flames 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 Famous Flames inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Famous Flames is inspected around two times per year on average.
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