El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River
Last inspected:
445 Ne 1st Ter, Crystal River, FL 34429El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River has accumulated 215 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.7 per visit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $520 in fines. Ventilation problems, consumer advisories, and utensil cleanliness issues are the most frequently cited violations. Recent inspections from 2025 show an escalating pattern, with administrative complaints recommended twice for high-priority violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River: Comparison to Citrus County Averages
This Facility
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 violations per inspection
Citrus County Avg
4.18
violations / inspection
4.18 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Citrus County Avg
0.34
closures / facility
0.34 county average
El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $520.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025044525 | $200.00 | Mar 21, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015022731 | $320.00 | Apr 15, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Near rear door by dish machine/electrical panel
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.
El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River last inspected?
- El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 2, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River had?
- El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River find?
- El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River was most recently inspected on February 2, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River ever been shut down?
- No, El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?
- Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $520.00 in fines.
- How much has El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River been fined?
- El Ranchito Mexican Grill in Crystal River has been fined a total of $520.00 across 2 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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