Castaways Restaurant in Astor
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23525 Sr 40, Astor, FL 32102Castaways Restaurant in Astor has accumulated 260 violations across 22 inspections since 2022, averaging 11.8 violations per inspection — more than double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominate the record, with employee health policy violations cited in 7 of the past 8 inspections, handwashing violations in 5 of 8, food contact surface violations in all 8, and chemical storage violations in 6 of 8. Management awareness violations appear in 5 of 8 recent inspections. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. All inspections closed with "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" disposition, though the October 30, 2025 routine inspection documented 30 violations including 2 high-priority findings for management awareness and handwashing facilities.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Castaways Restaurant in Astor: Comparison to Lake County Averages
Castaways Restaurant in Astor: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections41 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Castaways Restaurant in Astor: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Castaways Restaurant in Astor last inspected?
- Castaways Restaurant in Astor was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 1, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Castaways Restaurant in Astor?
- The most frequently cited violations at Castaways Restaurant in Astor are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Castaways Restaurant in Astor had?
- Castaways Restaurant in Astor has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Castaways Restaurant in Astor find?
- Castaways Restaurant in Astor was most recently inspected on May 1, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Castaways Restaurant in Astor ever been shut down?
- No, Castaways Restaurant in Astor has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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