Citrus County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Citrus County, Florida has 442 food establishments with 6,005 inspections on record. 5 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 80%, below the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 4.2 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Manatee Pub in Homosassa, shut down May 12, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $1,000 assessed to Citrus Spgs Golf&country Club in Citrus Spgs on February 12, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oysters Restaurant | Crystal River | 55 | 835 | 7 |
| Citrus Spgs Golf&country Club | Citrus Spgs | 44 | 263 | 6 |
| Plantation Resort on Crystal River | Crystal River | 56 | 590 | 4 |
| Backwater Fins | Crystal River | 45 | 243 | 4 |
| Pho 84 | Crystal River | 31 | 142 | 4 |
Citrus County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Citrus County
80%
Pass Rate
80%
Florida Average
85.9%
Pass Rate
85.9%
Citrus County
4.2
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Citrus County
1.13
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.13
Florida Average
1.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.35
Citrus County Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manatee Pub | Homosassa | Rodent activity |
Citrus County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal River Lullaby Bed & Breakfast | Crystal River | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Nauti Time Seafood and Wings | Homosassa | 2 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Vintage on 5th | Crystal River | 14 (6 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Fortuner Chinese Rest. 257 INC | Inverness | 8 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Sandwich Den | Hernando | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Nine State Brewery | Inverness | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Nine State Brewery | Inverness | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Roccos Cafe | Crystal River | 22 (6 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer | Homosassa | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Three Musketeers | Crystal River | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Citrus County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 27,859 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 23,996 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 23,975 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 22,840 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 21,056 |
Citrus County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 12, 2026 | Citrus Spgs Golf&country Club | $1,000 | 3--2025069801 |
| May 19, 2026 | Cedar River Seafood of Inverness INC | $680 | 3--2026006801 |
| Nov 6, 2025 | Cody's Original Roadhouse | $400 | 3--2025071338 |
| Apr 20, 2026 | Papa Johns | $400 | 3--2025067783 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Mamas Kuntry Kafe | $400 | 3--2025072887 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Papa John's Pizza # 2695 | $400 | 3--2025059699 |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Copp Winery and Brewery | $400 | 3--2025039575 |
| Apr 27, 2026 | Los Magueyes Mexican Restaurant of Crystal River INC | $400 | 3--2026023310 |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Citrus Spgs Golf&country Club | $400 | 3--2025044733 |
| Mar 17, 2026 | El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant | $400 | 3--2025078742 |
Citrus County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Other fire safety violation | 20 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 18 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 13 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 8 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 1 |
Citrus County Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Citrus County has 158 FDACS-regulated facilities with 355 inspections on record and 83 stop-sale orders issued.
Citrus County FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | City | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pandoras-box-tobacco-shop-LLC-392437 | Crystal River | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Pandoras-box-tobacco-shop-LLC-392437 | Crystal River | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Pandoras-box-tobacco-shop-LLC-392437 | Crystal River | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Pandoras-box-tobacco-shop-LLC-392437 | Crystal River | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Pandoras-box-tobacco-shop-LLC-392437 | Crystal River | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Inverness | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Comments: Print Date: 2/5/2026 Page … | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Inverness | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Comments: | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Inverness | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Comments: Print Date: 2/5/2026 Page … | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Inverness | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Comments: | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Inverness | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing |
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Citrus County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
Browse all FDACS violation codes →
Citrus County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle K | 6 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Dollar General | 4 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Walgreens | 3 | 1 | 743 |
| RaceTrac | 3 | 29 | 460 |
| Winn-Dixie | 3 | 170 | 584 |
| Dunkin | 2 | 13 | 347 |
| Shell | 2 | 152 | 1,169 |
| Wawa | 2 | 14 | 430 |
Citrus County: Notable Restaurants
Oysters Restaurant
55 inspections
835 violations
7 closures
Citrus Spgs Golf&country Club
44 inspections
263 violations
6 closures
Plantation Resort on Crystal River
56 inspections
590 violations
4 closures
Waterfront Social
55 inspections
591 violations
3 closures
Crystal River Lullaby Bed & Breakfast
7 inspections
0 violations
Nauti Time Seafood and Wings
21 inspections
64 violations
Citrus County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 7 | 514 | 1 |
| Subway | 7 | 246 | 0 |
| Wendys | 6 | 254 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 6 | 247 | 0 |
| Burger King | 4 | 228 | 4 |
| Taco Bell | 4 | 155 | 0 |
| Papa Johns | 3 | 223 | 3 |
| Hungry Howies | 3 | 217 | 1 |
| Culvers | 2 | 35 | 0 |
| Hardees | 2 | 176 | 0 |
Citrus County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Citrus County?
- Citrus County, Florida has 442 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Citrus County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Citrus County is 80%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Citrus County this year?
- 5 food establishments in Citrus County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Citrus County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Citrus County are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Citrus County?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Citrus County with 7 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Citrus County?
- Manatee Pub in Homosassa was shut down on May 12, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does Citrus County compare to the Florida state average?
- Citrus County has a pass rate of 80%, which is 5.9 percentage points below the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 4.2 compared to the state average of 4.66.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Citrus County?
- Food establishments in Citrus County have an average of 13.6 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Citrus County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Citrus County have been assessed $72,535 in fines across 204 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $394 and the largest single fine was $1,120.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Citrus County restaurants?
- 61 fire safety violations have been documented across 42 food establishments in Citrus County. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Citrus County inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Citrus County, Florida has 158 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 355 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Citrus County?
- FDACS has issued 83 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Citrus County, including 26 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Bowl 360 Homosassa
3655 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa
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1927 NW US HWY 19, Crystal River
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719 NE US HWY 19, Crystal River
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2028 Highway 44 W, Inverness
FDACS Retail Food · Retail BakeryA & Z Discount Beverage FDACS Retail
3796 E Gulf TO Lake Hwy, Inverness
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food ServiceHuffman's Heritage Whole Foods INC FDACS Retail
430 SE Kings Bay Drive, Crystal River
FDACS Retail Food · Health Food StoreSaehrimnir Smokehouse LLC FDACS Retail
465 E HIGHLAND BLVD, Inverness
FDACS Retail Food · Food ServiceHemp Pantry of Crystal River FDACS Retail
7915 W Gulf TO Lake Hwy, Crystal River
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - HempCircle K # 7489 FDACS Retail
400 S Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSWinn Dixie # 2445 FDACS Retail
1202 W Main ST, Inverness
FDACS Retail Food · SupermarketCitrus Ice and Water FDACS Retail
9070 W Ozello Trl, Crystal River
FDACS Retail Food · Packaged Ice Self VendingBrashears Pharmacy FDACS Retail
206 W Dampier ST, Inverness
FDACS Retail Food · Health Food StoreGeneral Nutrition Center # 5439 FDACS Retail
1448 Highway 41 N, Inverness
FDACS Retail Food · Health Food StoreCattle Dog Coffee Roasters FDACS Retail
210 Tompkins ST #, Inverness
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)Little Caesars FDACS Retail
324 SE US HWY 19, Crystal River
FDACS Retail Food · Permanent Food ServiceCattle Dog Coffee Roasters FDACS Retail
210 Tompkins ST Ste, Inverness
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food ShopsDollar General Store # 15031 FDACS Retail
8495 E Gulf TO Lake Hwy, Inverness
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesAutozone # 2409 FDACS Retail
915 W Main ST, Inverness
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFCold Snap Treats FDACS Retail
1234 S Estate PT, Inverness
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile VendorShell J H M FDACS Retail
2612 Highway 44 W, Inverness
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