Nutwood
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
78
Score
Across the available record, Nutwood has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 8, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
“No plan review submitted” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Nutwood's latest score of 78 falls below the Winter Haven average of 88. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Walls and ceiling in storage shed where reach in coolers and reach in freezers located have unsealed wooden beams and styrofoam walls / ceiling. Discussed no food prep in storage shed allowed per plans on file. Observed meat grinder, slicer, and vac machine on prep table in storage shed. Storage shed partially sealed with smooth non absorbent easily cleanable walls **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Operator has three compartment sink outside. Plumbing pipes are connected. Discussed with operator per plans on file mop sink must be installed and removal of three compartment sink.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-27-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Under expo line area wood in despair **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
14-47-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Meats on back patio area thawing in bucket filled with water, items not being thawed under running water. Operator removed to cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
78
Nov 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Walls and ceiling in storage shed where reach in coolers and reach in freezers located have unsealed wooden beams and styrofoam walls / ceiling. Discussed no food prep in storage shed allowed per plans on file. Observed meat grinder, slicer, and vac machine on prep table in storage shed. Storage shed partially sealed with smooth non absorbent easily cleanable walls. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Chef **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Cook line, operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Operator has three compartment sink outside. Plumbing pipes are connected. Discussed with operator per plans on file mop sink must be installed and removal of three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-27-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Under expo line area wood in despair. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
14-47-4
74
Mar 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Per plan review finishes in shed must be updated on plans. Walls and ceiling in storage shed where reach in coolers and reach in freezers located have unsealed wooden beams and styrofoam walls / ceiling. Discussed no food prep in storage shed allowed per plans on file. Observed meat grinder, slicer, and vac machine on prep table in storage shed. Storage shed partially sealed with smooth non absorbent easily cleanable walls. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Operator has three compartment sink outside. Discussed with operator per plans on file mop sink must be installed and removal of three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-27-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Under expo line area wood in despair. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
14-47-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook line **Warning**
13-03-4
67
Dec 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
74
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
78
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
78
Aug 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
55
Jun 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 1 roach egg casing under dish. Manager discarded and sanitized area **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-23-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Spoke with plan review. Per plan review finishes in shed must be updated on plans. Walls and ceiling in storage shed where reach in coolers and reach in freezers located have unsealed wooden beams and styrofoam walls / ceiling. Discussed no food prep in storage shed allowed per plans on file. Observed meat grinder, slicer, and vac machine on prep table in storage shed. Storage shed partially sealed with smooth non absorbent easily cleanable walls. **Warning**
51-16-7
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. Emailed copy **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer. Employee labeled at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 8 dead roaches on floor by kitchen door. 1 dead roach by hand wash sink. 1 dead roach by dish machine. Employee discarded cleaned and sanitized area **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cooking equipment **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Establishment has no mop sink. Operator has three compartment sink outside. Discussed with operator per plans on file mop sink must be installed and removal of three compartment sink. Discussed no warewashing permitted outside. **Warning**
29-27-4
Basic - Unsealed wood in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Food storage shed where reach in coolers located wooden beams and styrofoam walls. **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Under expo area wood in disrepair **Warning**
14-47-4
43
Feb 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. In the wait station.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse stored next to single service items in dry storage area. Employee removed her purse. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Light not functioning. White In reach in cooler. Operator replaced light. **Corrected On-Site**
36-62-4
Basic - Wood contact surface not properly sealed. Inside kitchen by prep cooler on bottom shelf.
14-06-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nutwood last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nutwood on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nutwood?
Across the inspection record, “no plan review submitted” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Nutwood.
How does Nutwood compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?
Nutwood most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Winter Haven average of 88.
Has Nutwood's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nutwood have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Nutwood 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 Nutwood inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Nutwood is inspected around three times per year on average.
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