Sara's Diner in Crystal River
Last inspected:
216 Ne Hwy 19, Crystal River, FL 34429Sara's Diner in Crystal River has accumulated 388 violations across 41 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.5 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. The diner has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,400 in fines. Proper ventilation, employee health reporting, and chemical storage are the most frequently cited violations.
Most recent closure: December 6, 2018 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sara's Diner in Crystal River: Comparison to Citrus County Averages
This Facility
9.3
violations / inspection
9.3 violations per inspection
Citrus County Avg
4.18
violations / inspection
4.18 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Citrus County Avg
0.34
closures / facility
0.34 county average
Sara's Diner in Crystal River: Emergency Closure History (2)
Sara's Diner in Crystal River: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018063124 | $600.00 | Dec 6, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2018036257 | $400.00 | May 31, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2017017541 | $400.00 | Mar 24, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale |
Sara's Diner in Crystal River: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— 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.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections49 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 11 inspections85 violations · 55 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Sara's Diner in Crystal River: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sara's Diner in Crystal River last inspected?
- Sara's Diner in Crystal River was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Sara's Diner in Crystal River last shut down?
- Sara's Diner in Crystal River was last shut down on December 6, 2018 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 Sara's Diner in Crystal River?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sara's Diner in Crystal River are: Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Sara's Diner in Crystal River had?
- Sara's Diner in Crystal River has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sara's Diner in Crystal River find?
- Sara's Diner in Crystal River was most recently inspected on March 30, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sara's Diner in Crystal River ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sara's Diner in Crystal River has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V09 (No contamination) mean?
- Violation 09 (No contamination) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/09.
- Has Sara's Diner in Crystal River faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sara's Diner in Crystal River has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Sara's Diner in Crystal River been fined?
- Sara's Diner in Crystal River has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 3 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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