Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River
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2581 N Us Hwy 19, Crystal River, FL 34428Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River has averaged 6.5 violations per inspection across 11 inspections since 2023, slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. Consumer advisory violations appeared in 7 of the 11 inspections, and proper cooking temperature violations were cited in 6 inspections. Additional recurring findings included shell stock requirement violations in 4 inspections, food contact surface violations in 4 inspections, and employee health policy violations in 2 inspections. The facility received administrative complaint recommendations on two separate occasions: September 12, 2023 and May 19, 2023. The most recent inspection on December 19, 2025 documented 18 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River: Comparison to Citrus County Averages
Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River: Full Inspection History — DBPR (12)
— 1 inspection15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River last inspected?
- Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 1, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River?
- The most frequently cited violations at Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River are: Toilet facilities, Consumer advisory, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River had?
- Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River has had 12 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River find?
- Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River was most recently inspected on May 1, 2026 with 15 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River ever been shut down?
- No, Crystal River Smokehouse & Grill in Crystal River has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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.
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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