Marathon in Dade City
18232 Us Highway 301, Dade City, FL 33523
Marathon convenience store in Dade City has a history of serious food safety violations across eight inspections dating back to July 2022. The facility recorded 83 total violations, with a pattern of high-priority violations including improper raw food storage, inadequate hot-holding temperatures, and hand-washing failures. Raw chicken was stored directly above ready-to-eat foods in the walk-in cooler in at least three separate inspections (July 2022, September 2023, and September 2024). Hot-held foods measured significantly below the required 135°F minimum across multiple inspections, with readings as low as 95–98°F for various prepared items in the July 2022 inspection. Chemical storage violations—cleaning supplies and auto chemicals stored directly above ice machines, food, and clean utensils—appeared repeatedly in September 2024 and July 2022 inspections. An inspector documented in July 2022 that the facility demonstrated "a pattern of non-compliance" regarding hand washing, sanitization, hot-holding temperatures, and allergen awareness. In July 2022, FDACS required the facility to provide satisfactory microbial ice analysis results or face a stop-use order; the facility was also required to pay a fee for carrying hemp extract products without proper designation as a Hemp Food Establishment. A September 2023 inspection resulted in a check-back requirement and mandated written procedures for vomiting and diarrheal events. Most violations cited were corrected on site during inspections. The most recent inspection on January 5, 2026 was a focused walk-behind evaluation with zero violations; a December 29, 2025 sanitation inspection cited 10 violations, including raw chicken above precooked potato wedges, hot-held foods measured at 122–130°F, and improper hand washing, all of which were corrected on site.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Last inspected FDACS: January 5, 2026
Marathon in Dade City: FDACS Inspection History (8)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 10 violations· Met Requirements
Risk-Based Violations
Good Retail Practice Violations
— 3 inspections
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements
Good Retail Practice Violations
— Re-Inspection Required· 12 violations· Re-Inspection Required
Risk-Based Violations
Good Retail Practice Violations
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements; Check-back Needed· 16 violations· Met Requirements
Risk-Based Violations
Good Retail Practice Violations
— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 12 violations· Met Requirements
Risk-Based Violations
Good Retail Practice Violations
— Re-Inspection Required· 30 violations· Re-Inspection Required
Risk-Based Violations
Good Retail Practice Violations
Marathon in Dade City: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Marathon in Dade City last inspected?
- Marathon in Dade City was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on January 5, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Marathon in Dade City had?
- Marathon in Dade City has 8 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Marathon in Dade City find?
- Marathon in Dade City was most recently inspected by FDACS on January 5, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
- Has Marathon in Dade City had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- No, Marathon in Dade City has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
- What are the most common violations at Marathon in Dade City?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Marathon in Dade City are: 5-501.11: Outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt or is not smooth, durable, and sloped to drain. 5-501.11; 3-302.11(A)(1): Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) P; 6-501.16: After use, mop not placed in a position that allows air-drying without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. 6-501.16.
- Does Marathon in Dade City have any repeat violations?
- Yes, Marathon in Dade City has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 5-501.11: Outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt or is not smooth, durable, and sloped to drain. 5-501.11; 3-302.11(A)(1): Raw animal food not separated during storage, preparation, holding or display from ready-to-eat raw animal food, other raw ready-to-eat food, cooked ready-to-eat food, or fruits and vegetables before they are washed. 3-302.11(A)(1) P; 6-501.16: After use, mop not placed in a position that allows air-drying without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. 6-501.16.
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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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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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