Fire

325 Central Ave W, Winter Haven, FL 33880

American

Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Fire nine times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 3, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “in-use utensil in non-time/temperature control”, which has been cited two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Winter Haven restaurant scores 88. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 3, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Operator removed with glove on and sanitized equipment. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Dec 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice in hand washing sink at bar operator removed. **Corrective Action Taken**

31A-11-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle in the in flour operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Operator lifted six inches from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-47-4

Mar 28, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 27, 2024

Complaint Full

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw chicken breast on cook line at 45F. Operator voluntary discarded raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

Feb 5, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-02-4

Sep 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 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/ Ashley Hill 4/25/18 **Warning**

53A-03-7

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

22-20-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in dry storage. **Warning**

14-69-4

Basic - Light not functioning. Above reach in freezer in dry storage. **Warning**

36-62-4

Jun 12, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Mar 30, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Several tongs on handle of ovens **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-30: Tongs on oven handles. **Time Extended**

10-20-4

Oct 18, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fire last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fire on file is from Apr 3, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fire?

Across the inspection record, “in-use utensil in non-time/temperature control” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fire.

How does Fire compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?

Fire most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Winter Haven average of 88.

Has Fire's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fire have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fire 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 Fire inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fire is inspected around three times per year on average.

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