Backwater Fins in Crystal River
Last inspected:
13982 W Ozello Trl, Crystal River, FL 34429Backwater Fins in Crystal River has accumulated 234 violations across 44 inspections since 2017, averaging 5.3 per visit. The facility has been shut down four times for roach and rodent activity. Between August and October 2023, inspectors conducted multiple consecutive callback inspections after emergency orders, with continued non-compliance on the first callback. Disciplinary actions total 5, resulting in $3,200 in fines. The most frequently cited violations involve proper ventilation, consumer advisory requirements, and employee health reporting.
Most recent closure: October 10, 2023 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Backwater Fins in Crystal River: Comparison to Citrus County Averages
This Facility
5.3
violations / inspection
5.3 violations per inspection
Citrus County Avg
4.18
violations / inspection
4.18 county average
This Facility
4
emergency closures
4 closures
Citrus County Avg
0.34
closures / facility
0.34 county average
Backwater Fins in Crystal River: Emergency Closure History (4)
Backwater Fins in Crystal River: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $3,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023063777 | $800.00 | Oct 10, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2023057211 | $800.00 | Aug 9, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2022012667 | $400.00 | Feb 9, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2021028895 | $800.00 | May 18, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2019044792 | $400.00 | Aug 21, 2019 | Tampa |
Backwater Fins in Crystal River: Full Inspection History — DBPR (44)
— 5 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections37 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 11 inspections33 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Backwater Fins in Crystal River: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Backwater Fins in Crystal River last inspected?
- Backwater Fins in Crystal River was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 1, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Backwater Fins in Crystal River last shut down?
- Backwater Fins in Crystal River was last shut down on October 10, 2023 for rodent 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 Backwater Fins in Crystal River?
- The most frequently cited violations at Backwater Fins in Crystal River are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Backwater Fins in Crystal River had?
- Backwater Fins in Crystal River has had 44 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Backwater Fins in Crystal River find?
- Backwater Fins in Crystal River was most recently inspected on December 1, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Backwater Fins in Crystal River ever been shut down?
- Yes, Backwater Fins in Crystal River has been emergency-closed 4 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Backwater Fins in Crystal River faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Backwater Fins in Crystal River has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Backwater Fins in Crystal River been fined?
- Backwater Fins in Crystal River has been fined a total of $3,200.00 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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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