Johns Drive in

17 N Charleston Ave, Fort Meade, FL 33841

American

Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Johns Drive in eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 22, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

“Food stored on floor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Fort Meade restaurant, which scores around 92. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 22, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw fish 53F at 2:30 pm operator placed ice bath under it. New temp 43F at 2:51 pm **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By kitchen side door

36-17-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bucket of seasoning on the floor next to the bread rack operator removed from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters cook line

23-03-4

Aug 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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. L. Hahn 6/1/22 W. Holton 6/1/22 M. Ash 6/1/22 I. Beckford 6/1/22

53B-14-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Operator removed from the floor by bread storage. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. In reach in cooler across from cook line

08B-12-5

Feb 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Aug 21, 2024

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In storage room connected to the building. Operator secured tanks. **Corrected On-Site**

51-11-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Door by three compartment sink

36-17-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil on the floor by bread storage. Operator removed from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Feb 2, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 13, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Apr 7, 2023

Routine - Food

7 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Back panel of wall behind the grill.

23-03-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp and steak thawing with no running water. Food placed in reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On prep area

14-09-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In outside dry storage..**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**

36-17-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. In the corner by electrical outlet. Operator removed from the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Light not functioning. In outside storage. **Repeat Violation**

36-62-4

Dec 13, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Observed two dead flies in the outside walk-in cooler on top of enclosed container. Employee removed dead flies and sanitize enclosed bucket. **Corrected On-Site**

35A-02-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice in hand washing sink by three compartment sink.

31A-11-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in outside non food storage.

36-17-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil and and chicken seasoning by the bread. Employee moved items. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer outside.

14-69-4

Basic - Light not functioning in outside storage room.

36-62-4

Basic - Observed purse on single service items in the to go station. Employee removed purse. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Johns Drive in last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Johns Drive in on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Johns Drive in?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Johns Drive in.

How does Johns Drive in compare to other restaurants in Fort Meade?

Johns Drive in most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Meade average of 92.

Has Johns Drive in's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Johns Drive in have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Johns 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 Johns Drive in inspected?

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

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