Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River
Last inspected:
16 Ne 5 St Ste a, Crystal River, FL 34429Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River has accumulated 145 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.6 violations per visit. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $160 fine. The most frequently cited violations involve proper ventilation, protection of outer openings, and cleaning of multi-use utensils, with a pattern of warnings and callbacks in 2024.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River: Comparison to Citrus County Averages
This Facility
5.4
violations / inspection
5.4 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
Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022005900 | $160.00 | Dec 22, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections7 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River last inspected?
- Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 22, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River?
- The most frequently cited violations at Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River had?
- Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River find?
- Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River was most recently inspected on April 22, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River ever been shut down?
- No, Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River been fined?
- Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal River has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 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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