Homestyle Chicken and Fish
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
30
Score
Homestyle Chicken and Fish has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 15, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Haines City average 90, so Homestyle Chicken and Fish trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
5
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs received in a unit not maintaining an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Ambient air raw shell eggs 72 from previous evening.
03A-20-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Ambient air raw shell eggs 72 from previous evening.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding box pork 126, chicken 126 items place to reheat **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly flying around kitchen
35A-02-7
High Priority - Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Raw pork over ready to eat seafood Raw meat over ready to eat apple filling Unwashed produce over ready to eat items Employee corrected **Corrected On-Site**
08A-14-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cup and whisk in sink. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Tests completed but certificates not filled out.
53B-10-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service containers on floor in back corner
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Bread above coolers
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spray bottle containing water. Employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw shell eggs in back corner
08B-38-4
30
Aug 14, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 23, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 29, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bulk flour containers heavily soiled with food debris on cook line.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Next to mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hat. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters heavily soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Gizzards on sheet pan on top of the reach in freezer in front of the triple sink. Operator moved gizzards to walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers of flour on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Box Oil on floor by the fryer. Operator moved oil to a shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
61
Dec 19, 2023
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
55
Jul 6, 2023
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
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. Provided a copy. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
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
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. Provided a copy **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Light not functioning. Kitchen. Ceiling tiles in disrepair throughout the kitchen and bathroom. Floor soiled under all equipment and bathroom. **Warning**
36-62-4
70
Sep 14, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment reach in cooler shelves. **Repeat Violation**
22-31-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout the establishment especially under the cooking equipment. Ceiling not smooth. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Heavy grease build up on the exterior of all equipment.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair.
29-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Inside the Coca-Cola reach in cooler in the back prep area.
29-49-6
67
Aug 30, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Reach in cooler shelves.(Coca-Cola cooler) near the side door). Can opener blade. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. White interior panel.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On the shelves in the back prep area. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of all cooking and storage equipment. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop inside the yellow mop bucket.
42-01-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Homestyle Chicken and Fish last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Homestyle Chicken and Fish on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Homestyle Chicken and Fish?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Homestyle Chicken and Fish.
How does Homestyle Chicken and Fish compare to other restaurants in Haines City?
Homestyle Chicken and Fish most recently scored 30 out of 100, which is lower than the Haines City average of 90.
Has Homestyle Chicken and Fish's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Homestyle Chicken and Fish have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Homestyle Chicken and Fish means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Homestyle Chicken and Fish inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Homestyle Chicken and Fish is inspected around two times per year on average.
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