Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key
Last inspected:
360 Dock St Unit B, Cedar Key, FL 32625Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key has accumulated 348 violations across 45 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.7 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for fly, roach, and rodent activity. In February and May 2024, inspectors conducted daily callback inspections with repeated non-compliance findings. Fire safety records document electrical wiring in disrepair and an outlet cover missing with exposed wiring in the kitchen, cited in 2024.
Most recent closure: May 8, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key: Comparison to Levy County Averages
This Facility
7.8
violations / inspection
7.8 violations per inspection
Levy County Avg
5.55
violations / inspection
5.55 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Levy County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key: Emergency Closure History (3)
Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $3,760.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024046077 | $800.00 | May 8, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2024024818 | $1,100.00 | Feb 22, 2024 | Orlando | |
| 5--2022049898 | $800.00 | Jul 29, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2016022426 | $300.00 | May 4, 2016 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2015015403 | $760.00 | Mar 27, 2015 | Orlando |
Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.
Outlet cover missing with exposed wired in kitchen below handwash sink at cookline.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key: Full Inspection History — DBPR (46)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections33 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 11 inspections44 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections50 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections24 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections41 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between May 9, 2024 and May 13, 2024. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key last inspected?
- Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 15, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key last shut down?
- Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key was last shut down on May 8, 2024 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key are: Outer openings protected, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key had?
- Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key has had 46 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key find?
- Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key was most recently inspected on April 15, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key ever been shut down?
- Yes, Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- Has Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,760.00 in fines.
- How much has Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key been fined?
- Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill in Cedar Key has been fined a total of $3,760.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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