Crescent City — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Crescent City, Florida has 28 food establishments with 336 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 69.2%, below the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 4.8 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Renegades on the River in Crescent City, shut down May 20, 2026 for roach & fly activity.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.

28Facilities
336Total Inspections
1Closures 2026
69.2%Pass Rate
4.8Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Renegades on the River 55 340 2
Oaks Golf Club 49 364 1
Palmeras Restaurant and Grocery 34 250 1
Baja Taco 40 200 1
El Amigo Mexican Restaurant 40 237 0

Crescent City Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Crescent City 69.2% Pass Rate 69.2%
Florida Average 85.9% Pass Rate 85.9%
Crescent City 4.8 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.8
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Crescent City 3.57 Closures per 100 Facilities 3.57
Florida Average 1.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.35

Crescent City Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

DateBusinessReason
Renegades on the River Roach & fly activity

Crescent City Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Palmeras Restaurant and Grocery 2 Call Back - Complied
Oaks Golf Club 2 Call Back - Complied
Renegades on the River 0 Call Back - Complied

Crescent City Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Crescent City Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

12Actions on Record
$5,240Total Fines
$437Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
7Facilities Fined

Crescent City Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

6Fire Violations
4Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Cooking without hood suppression 3
Propane tank stored inside building 1
Fire extinguisher in red zone 1
Other fire safety violation 1

Crescent City 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. Crescent City has 16 FDACS-regulated facilities with 28 inspections on record and 7 stop-sale orders issued.

16Retail Facilities
28FDACS Inspections
7Stop-Sale Orders

Crescent City 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.

DateFacilityProductReason
Mahant 108 4 LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mahant 108 4 LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mahant 108 4 LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Mahant 108 4 LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Mahant 108 4 LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Mahant 108 4 LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
Mahant 108 4 LLC Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements

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Crescent City FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Crescent City Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Winn-Dixie 2 170 584
Dollar General 1 57 2,871
Save-A-Lot 1 36 399
Circle K 1 102 1,574
Family Dollar 1 316 950

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Crescent City: Notable Restaurants

Crescent City: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Wendys 1 113 0
McDonalds 1 3 0

Crescent City Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Crescent City?
Crescent City, Florida has 28 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Crescent City?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Crescent City is 69.2%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Crescent City this year?
1 food establishments in Crescent City have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Crescent City?
The most frequently cited violations in Crescent City are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Crescent City?
Wendys has the most locations in Crescent City with 1 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Crescent City?
Renegades on the River in Crescent City was shut down on May 20, 2026 for roach & fly activity.
How does Crescent City compare to the Florida state average?
Crescent City has a pass rate of 69.2%, which is 16.7 percentage points below the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 4.8 compared to the state average of 4.66.
How often are restaurants inspected in Crescent City?
Food establishments in Crescent City have an average of 12 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Crescent City been assessed?
Food establishments in Crescent City have been assessed $5,240 in fines across 12 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $437 and the largest single fine was $800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Crescent City restaurants?
6 fire safety violations have been documented across 4 food establishments in Crescent City. The most common issue is cooking without hood suppression.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Crescent City 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. Crescent City, Florida has 16 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 28 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Crescent City?
FDACS has issued 7 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Crescent City. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

In the News Crescent City

Crescent City Restaurants & Food Establishments (28)

Renegades on the River 2 closures

1171 CR 309, Crescent City

55 inspections · 340 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Oaks Golf Club 1 closure

1264 CR 309, Crescent City

49 inspections · 364 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Palmeras Restaurant and Grocery 1 closure

105 N SUMMIT ST, Crescent City

34 inspections · 250 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Baja Taco 1 closure

209 S SUMMIT STREET, Crescent City

40 inspections · 200 violations · Last: Mar 2026

El Amigo Mexican Restaurant

227 S SUMMIT ST, Crescent City

40 inspections · 237 violations · Last: Mar 2026

China Wok

1005 N SUMMIT ST, Crescent City

24 inspections · 208 violations · Last: Jul 2025

3 Bananas

11 S LAKE ST, Crescent City

29 inspections · 157 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Wendys #72

775 N SUMMIT ST, Crescent City

25 inspections · 113 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Belle's Bistro

2 N PARK ST, Crescent City

17 inspections · 54 violations · Last: May 2026

Vicente Ice Cream Shop

201 S SUMMIT ST, Crescent City

12 inspections · 34 violations · Last: May 2026

La Raza Snacks LLC

234 S SUMMIT ST, Crescent City

5 inspections · 25 violations · Last: May 2026

McDonald's Restaurant

896 N SUMMIT ST, Crescent City

4 inspections · 3 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Lochside Florida

1124 N SUMMIT ST, Crescent City

2 inspections · 1 violations · Last: May 2026

Ilex Organics LLC FDACS Retail

470 Old Highway 17, Crescent City

FDACS Retail Food · Coffee/Tea Processor

Circle K # 2426 FDACS Retail

519 N Summit ST, Crescent City

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Mahant 108 4 LLC FDACS Retail

300 N Summit ST, Crescent City

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Ami 89 Food Mart FDACS Retail

1140 County Road 309, Crescent City

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Winn Dixie # 0196 FDACS Retail

1115 N Summit ST, Crescent City

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Botanitas Elvis FDACS Retail

101 N Summit ST, Crescent City

FDACS Retail Food · Retail Bakery w/FS

Family Dollar # 1283 FDACS Retail

915 N Summit ST, Crescent City

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables