Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River

Last inspected:

1677 Se Hwy Us 19, Crystal River, FL 34429

Part of: Hungry Howies Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River experienced an emergency closure on July 27, 2023 for roach activity and was subject to a $400 disciplinary fine. Across 20 inspections dating from 2016 to September 2025, the facility recorded 79 total violations, averaging 3.95 per inspection — below Florida's statewide average of 5.2 — but showed a clear compliance improvement trajectory. Multiple inspections immediately following the emergency closure documented food condition violations and intermediate-level findings; however, inspections since September 2023 have consistently passed with no violations cited. The most recent inspection on September 3, 2025 was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: July 27, 2023 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

20Inspections
79Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River: Comparison to Citrus County Averages

This Facility 4 violations / inspection 4 violations per inspection
Citrus County Avg 4.18 violations / inspection 4.18 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Citrus County Avg 0.34 closures / facility 0.34 county average

Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 16:04:00

Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2023049173 $400.00 Jul 27, 2023 Miami (Doral)

Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 6 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River under active enforcement?
Records show 4 emergency order inspections between July 27, 2023 and July 28, 2023. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
When was Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River last inspected?
Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 3, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River last shut down?
Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River was last shut down on July 27, 2023 for roach 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 Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River?
The most frequently cited violations at Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River had?
Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River find?
Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River was most recently inspected on September 3, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River ever been shut down?
Yes, Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River been fined?
Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs in Crystal River has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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