Marathon in Dade City

18232 Us Highway 301, Dade City, FL 33523

Overview

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.

8FDACS Insp.
83Violations

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

Inspector: NICHOLAS SAWYER

Comments: Quarterly walk behind visit for inspector evaluation purposes

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 10 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected.

Risk-Based Violations

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) PP
Walk-in cooler: Box of raw chicken stored directly above boxes of precooked potato wedges. COS: Owner moved the boxes of potato wedges to a safe location. x
3-501.16(A)(1) Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) PP
Food service area: Internal temperature of various foods in hot holding unit measured below 135 degrees F.(Chicken strips 122-125 F, Fish Fillet 127 -130 F, Chicken Bites 121-125 F.) COS: It was determined that the product had been out of temperature for less than an hour. Products were reheated to internal temperature of 165 F. And Verified By The Inspector. x
2-301.12 Food employee not cleaning hands, exposed portions of arms or prosthetic devices for at least 20 seconds or not using the following cleaning procedures: rinse under warm water, apply soap, rub together for 10-15 seconds, rinse under warm water, and thoroughly dry with paper towels or a hand drying device. 2-301.12 PP
Kitchen area: Person in charge did not clean hands properly for at least 20 seconds. COS: Person in charge washed hands appropriately x
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14
Unisex Restroom: Hand wash sign not available. Hand washing sign provided by the department.
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Food establishment could not provide documentation of current Certified Food Protection Manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-302.12 Working container holding a food or food ingredient that is not readily and unmistakably recognized and has been removed from its original packaging for use in the establishment is not identified with the common name of the food. 3-302.12
Food service area: Large container of flour and breaded mix underneath table not labeled.
2-402.11 Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 2-402.11
Food Service Area: person in charge not wearing beard restraint and effective hair restraint while working with exposed food.
4-402.11 Equipment that is fixed because it is not easily moveable not installed with space to allow access for cleaning along the sides, behind or above the equipment; with no more than one thirty-second inch of space from adjoining equipment, walls, or ceiling; or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls when the equipment is exposed to spillage or seepage. Counter-mounted equipment that is not easily moveable not installed to allow cleaning of the equipment or areas underneath or around the equipment by being sealed. 4-402.11
Kitchen area: Three compartment sink not fully sealed to wall.
4-204.11 Sanitizing compartment of a sink used for manual hot water sanitization not designed with an integral heating device that is capable of maintaining water at temperature not less than 171°F or not provided with a rack or basket to allow complete immersion of equipment and utensils into hot water. 4-204.116 Pf
Warewash area: No sanitizer test kit available. No sanitizer concentration violations observed.
6-501.16 After use, mop not placed in a position that allows air-drying without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. 6-501.16
Back hallway: Wet mop left not hung to dry.
— 3 inspections
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected.

Good Retail Practice Violations

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
Outside area: Dumpster and disposal tank for used cooking oil stored on unpaved surface.
5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
Outside area: Dumpster lid not closed during inspection.
6-501.16 After use, mop not placed in a position that allows air-drying without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. 6-501.16
Back hallway: Wet mop left not hung to dry.
— Re-Inspection Required· 12 violations· Re-Inspection Required

Inspector: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected.

Risk-Based Violations

2-101.11 No designated person in charge present at the establishment during all hours of operation. 2-101.11 PfPf
No designated person in charge in absence of manager or franchise owner.
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) PP
Walk-in cooler: Raw chicken in working container stored directly above ready to eat stuffed potato balls. COS: Raw chicken moved to the bottom shelves. Y x Print Date: 9/9/2024 Page 1 of 3 o 19 P Citation Description: Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) P Observation: Food service area: Internal temperature of various food in hot case display unit measured below 135 degrees F. (Potato Wedges 98-100 F, Chicken Gizzard 107-110 F, Chicken Barbeque bites 102-109 F, Chicken Buffalo bites 104-110 F) Products has been there for less than 2 hours. COS: Employee reheated all the foods to internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
7-301.11 Poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale not stored or displayed to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-301.11 PP
Retail area: Auto chemicals stored above pet food and case of soda drinks. COS: Auto chemicals moved to the bottom shelves. x
7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP
Back area: Cleaning chemical stored over the ice machine. COS: Employee moved the cleaning chemical to a designated area. x Y x
2-301.14 Food employee not cleaning hands or exposed portions of arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment or utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles; after touching bare human body parts; after using the toilet room; after caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; after coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or tissue, using tobacco, eating or drinking; after handling soiled equipment or utensils; during food preparation as often as necessary to remove soil and prevent cross contamination; before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food; or after engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. 2-301.14 PP
Food Service area: Employee did not wash hands before putting gloves on to begin food service. COS: Employee washed hands. Discussed proper hand washing. Y x
5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Back area: Hand washing sink or basin used to stored empty container, equipment, broom, dust sweeper in front of the hand washing sink. COS: Employee unblocked the hand washing sink.

Good Retail Practice Violations

211 Packaged ice and vended ice not properly labeled according to regulation. 5K-4.023(9)(d) F.A.C.
Retail: Store bagged ice not labeled with name and location of store. COS: Employee began labeling ice during visit. x
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
Outside area: Dumpster and disposal tank for used cooking oil stored on unpaved surface.
5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
Outside area: Dumpster lid not closed during inspection.
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Food service area: Accumulation of dirt and food debris beneath the prep table, heavy grease build up and dead insect on the floor.
6-501.16 After use, mop not placed in a position that allows air-drying without soiling walls, equipment or supplies. 6-501.16
Back hallway: Wet mop left not hung to dry.
99 The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.Repeat
2024 Food permit not conspicuously displayed or not available upon request. COS: Management printed out and posted it.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements; Check-back Needed· 16 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: PILARNIDA SPADACCINI

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Following Department handouts were provided: Guidance for Written Procedures for Vomiting and Diarrheal events, Food Allergen Awareness, Certified Food Protection Manager, and reporting agreement. Failure to provide required documentation in 30 days may result in Administrative Action. Establishment must have a microbial ice analysis test performed and provide documentation to the inspector at [email protected].

Risk-Based Violations

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) PP
Walk-in cooler: Raw foods stored above ready to eat foods (Raw fish above sausage egg biscuits, Raw chicken liver above box of beef tamales). COS: Person in charge moved raw foods to the bottom shelf. x
3-501.16(A)(1) Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) PP
Food prep area: Internal temperature of various foods in hot display case measured below 135 degrees F (Chicken drumstick 125-131 F, Chicken Gizzard 112-127 F, buffalo chicken bites 98-108 F, Barbecue chicken bites 95-105 F, chicken tender 121-131 F, crab cake 116-127 F, egg roll 120-127 F , Empanada 120-127, Corndog 109 F , Potato ball 110 F, Potato wedge 98-108 F), and all the foods had been there for less than 2 hours. COS: All products were reheated to internal temperature of 165 F. x
2-103.11(O) Person in charge does not ensure food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-103.11(O) PfPf
Establishment could not provide verifiable documentation that employees are informed of reporting requirements. o
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Establishment could not provide written procedures for clean-up and disinfection of vomiting and diarrheal events.
2-301.14 Food employee not cleaning hands or exposed portions of arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment or utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles; after touching bare human body parts; after using the toilet room; after caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; after coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or tissue, using tobacco, eating or drinking; after handling soiled equipment or utensils; during food preparation as often as necessary to remove soil and prevent cross contamination; before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food; or after engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. 2-301.14 PP
Food prep area: Food worker not washing hands before putting new gloves to begin food service after handling raw chicken. COS: Employee removed gloves, washed hands appropriately, and put on new gloves. x
5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Back area: Handwwashing sink basin used to store safety orange cone. COS: Person in charge removed the item was blocking the sink. Food prep area: Food worker used the handwashing sink to rinse the tongs.
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14
Restroom: No sign instructing employees to wash hands posted at handwashing sink. COS: Sign was provided and posted.
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Establishment could not provide documentation of current Certified Food Protection Manager.

Good Retail Practice Violations

213 Microbial analysis of finished product by an approved laboratory not obtained within the required time period. 5K-4.023(8)(a) F.A.C.
Last microbial ice analysis conducted on May 15, 2023. Quarterly analysis should have been performed in August. Establishment has 30 days to provide. o
4-204.11 Temperature measuring device sensor not located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit or in the coolest part of a hot food storage unit; cold or hot holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety food not equipped with at least one integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display; or temperature measuring device not designed to be easily readable. 4-204.112(A), (B) and (D)
Retail area: No ambient thermometer provided in retail cooler by the entrance door.
3-602.11(A) Food packaged onsite not labeled as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317. 3-602.11(A)
Retail area: Bags of store packaged ice not labeled with name and location of the establishment. COS: Manager began labeling the ice during visit. x Print Date: 9/6/2023 Page 2 of 5 43 Citation Description: Single-service or single-use articles handled, displayed or dispensed without protection from contamination of food- and lip-contact surfaces; single-service or single-use knives, forks or spoons not presented so that only the handles are touched by employees or consumers; or single-service or single-use articles that are intended for food- or lip-contact not furnished for consumer self-service with the original individual wrapper intact or from an approved dispenser. 4-904.11 Observation: Retail area: Coffee filter not stored inverted on top of coffee machine. COS: Person in charge placed them back to the container in the cabinet.
4-302.14 Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf
Warewash area: No sanitizer test kit available. No sanitizer concentration violations observed.
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
Outside area: Dumpster stored on unpaved surface.
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Food prep area: Heavy dust build up on ceilings, air vent and Fluorescent light bulb. Food prep area: Heavy debris and residue on the floor.
94 Food establishment manufactures, processes, packs, holds, prepares or sells food products intended for human consumption beyond the scope of the existing permitted food extablishment type pursuant to 5K-4.020, F.A.C. Food Establishment shall remit payment of appropriate fee within 10 days.
Establishment is selling products containing hemp extract intended for human inhalation without being designated as a hemp food establishment. o
99 The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.
2023 Food permit not conspicuously displayed or not available upon request. o INSPECTION: VENDED WATER/VENDED ICE Violation No.
— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 12 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: CYNTHIA CANNIOTO, SANTIATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector. Clean-up and Disinfection for Norovirus handout provided. Establishment provided satisfactory microbial ice analysis results. No check-back needed.

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.16(A)(1) Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) PP
Front service area: Internal temperatures of various items in display hot case measured below 135 degrees F (buffalo chicken tenders 110-115 F, tilapia filet 130 F). COS: Employee voluntarily discarded products. x
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Back room: No soap or paper towels provided at handwash sink next to the ice machine. o
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Establishment could not provide documentation of current Certified Food Protection Manager. o Print Date: 8/5/2022 Page 1 of 4

Good Retail Practice Violations

213 Records of sampling and analyses of source water and finished product not maintained for a period of at least 2 years or not made available upon request. 5K-4.023(8)(f) F.A.C.
Establishment could not provide sampling records for the last two years. o
4-501.11 Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a container is opened. 4-501.11
Front service area: Light in display hot case not functioning. o
4-402.12 Floor-mounted equipment that is not easily movable not sealed to the floor or elevated on legs that provide at least a 6-inch clearance between the floor and the equipment; or counter-mounted equipment that is not easily moveable not elevated on legs that provide at least a 4-inch clearance between the table and the equipment. 4-402.12
Front service area: Three compartment sink not fully sealed to wall. o
4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Retail area: Heavy lipid residue build-up on boxes holding chips. o
5-402.11 Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf
Front service area: Direct connection exists between drain of three compartment sink and sewage system. o
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
Outside grounds: Dumpster stored on unpaved surface. o
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Retail area: Water stained/damaged ceiling tiles. o
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Walk-in cooler: Heavy accumulation of dust on walls. o
6-202.11 Light bulb not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in an area where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens, or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Infrared or other heat lamp not protected against breakage by a shield surrounding and extending beyond the bulb so that only the face of the bulb is exposed. 6-202.11
Front service area: Lights in display hot case not shielded. o INSPECTION: VENDED WATER/VENDED ICE Violation Number
— Re-Inspection Required· 30 violations· Re-Inspection Required

Inspector: CYNTHIA CANNIOTO, SANTIATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector. Re-inspection visit required issued for food establishment. A re-inspection will be conducted on or about 14 days. Employee Health Guidelines and reporting agreement provided. The following Department handouts were provided: Allergen Awareness, Certified Food Protection Manager, Ice Packaging Requirements, Manual Dishwashing Procedures. Failure to provide required documentation in 30 days may result in Administrative Action. Establishment must provide satisfactory microbial ice analysis results or a Stop Use Order will be issued. Results may be e-mailed to inspector at [email protected]. This food establishment was found to be carrying products containing hemp extract for human consumption while not being designated as a Hemp Food Establishment. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Contact the Business Center by email at [email protected] or by calling 850-245-5520 for further assistance.

Risk-Based Violations

2-103.11(A)-(N) A pattern of non-compliance is demonstrated with regard to the duties of the person in charge. 2-103.11(A)-(N) and (P) PfPf
There is a pattern of non-compliance in regards to hand washing, sanitization of equipment, hot holding temperatures, and allergen awareness. o
4-702.11 Utensil or food-contact surface of equipment not sanitized before use after cleaning. 4-702.11 PP
Front service area: Utensils washed not sanitized after being washed with soap and placed back into service. COS: Utensils placed in three compartment sink to be properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized. x
4-602.11(E) Surface of utensil or equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at any time when contamination may have occurred; at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer-self service utensils; before restocking consumer self-service equipment or utensils; or in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tunes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. 4-602.11(E)
Back room: Accumulation of black residue build-up on baffle shielding and top surface of interior of ice machine. COS: Equipment was washed and sanitized by end of visit. o
3-501.16(A)(1) Hot held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 135°F or above, or roast cooked or reheated to a temperature and for a time specified for cooking roast in the Food Code not hot held at 130°F or above. 3-501.16(A)(1) PP
Front service area: Internal temperature of various items in display hot case measured below 135 degrees F (potato balls 104-109 F, egg rolls 115-133 F, potato wedges 105-130 F). COS: Per conversation with management, potato wedges were placed in hot case within 2 hours prior to inspection. Product reheated to an internal temperature of 165 F. Egg rolls and potato balls voluntarily discarded. Retail area: Internal temperature of spicy boiled peanuts measured at 85 F. COS: Management voluntarily discarded peanuts. x Print Date: 7/22/2022 Page 2 of 7 26 P Citation Description: Poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale not stored or displayed to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-301.11 P Observation: Retail: Chemicals stored directly above drinks on retail shelves near ice cooler. COS: Chemicals stored appropriately. x
2-102.11(C) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C) (2)-(3) and (17) PfPf
Person in charge could not correctly answer all questions in regards to main foodborne illnesses. Department handout provided. o Print Date: 7/22/2022 Page 1 of 7 6 P Citation Description: Food employee not cleaning hands, exposed portions of arms or prosthetic devices for at least 20 seconds or not using the following cleaning procedures: rinse under warm water, apply soap, rub together for 10-15 seconds, rinse under warm water, and thoroughly dry with paper towels or a hand drying device. 2-301.12 P Observation: Front service area: Employee washed hands using cold water for fewer than 10 seconds. COS: Employee washed hands appropriately. x
7-201.11 Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP
Back room: Bottles of chemicals stored directly on top of ice machine. Front service area: Bottles of chemicals stored above clean utensils and three compartment sink. COS: Chemicals were moved and stored appropriately. x
2-301.15 Food employee not cleaning hands in a handwash sink or approved automatic handwashing facility. Food employee cleaning hands in a sink used for food preparation or warewashing, or in a service sink. 2-301.15 PfPf
Front service area: Employee washed hands in middle compartment of three compartment sink. COS: Employee washed hands at handwash sink. x
2-301.14 Food employee not cleaning hands or exposed portions of arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment or utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles; after touching bare human body parts; after using the toilet room; after caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals; after coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or tissue, using tobacco, eating or drinking; after handling soiled equipment or utensils; during food preparation as often as necessary to remove soil and prevent cross contamination; before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food; or after engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. 2-301.14 PP
Front service area: Employee didn't wash hands after handling dirty utensils and before initiating food service. COS: Employee washed hands appropriately. x
74 Retailer selling hemp extract intended for inhalation did not post a clear and conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the product which states: "THE SALE OF HEMP EXTRACT INTENDED FOR INHALATION TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE". 5K-4.034(8)(a), F.A.C.
Front counter: No signage posted in regards to age restriction of hemp inhalables. Department signage provided. o
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14
Restroom: No sign instructing employees to wash hands posted. Department signage provided. o
5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Back room: Various cans, boxes, and refuse stored in basin of handwash sink next to ice machine. o
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Back room: No soap or paper towels provided at handwash sink next to ice machine. o
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Establishment does not have a Certified Food Protection Manager. o Print Date: 7/22/2022 Page 3 of 7

Good Retail Practice Violations

211 Packaged ice and vended ice not properly labeled according to regulation. 5K-4.023(9)(d) F.A.C.
Retail: Store bagged ice not labeled with name and location of store. COS: Manager began labeling ice during visit. x
213 Records of sampling and analyses of source water and finished product not maintained for a period of at least 2 years or not made available upon request. 5K-4.023(8)(f) F.A.C.
Establishment could not provide previous sampling records for the last two years. o
213 Microbial analysis of finished product by an approved laboratory not obtained within the required time period. 5K-4.023(8)(a) F.A.C.
Quarterly microbial ice analysis not conducted since 2020. Establishment has 30 days to provide documentation. o
4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf
Establishment could not provide a suitable probe thermometer. COS: Probe thermometer provided by end of visit. x
3-304.12(C)-(F) During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensil not stored on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment; in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particles to the drain when used with moist foods; in a clean, protected location when used only with food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or in a container of water maintained at 135°F or greater. 3-304.12(C)-(F)
Front service area: In-use tongs stored hanging over side of three compartment sink on common towels. COS: Tongs were washed, rinsed, and sanitized. x
4-402.11 Equipment that is fixed because it is not easily moveable not installed with space to allow access for cleaning along the sides, behind or above the equipment; with no more than one thirty-second inch of space from adjoining equipment, walls, or ceiling; or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls when the equipment is exposed to spillage or seepage. Counter-mounted equipment that is not easily moveable not installed to allow cleaning of the equipment or areas underneath or around the equipment by being sealed. 4-402.11
Front service area: Three compartment sink not fully sealed to wall. o
4-501.11 Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a container is opened. 4-501.11
Front service area: Light in display hot case not functioning. o
4-302.14 Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf
Establishment could not provide sanitizer test kit upon request. COS: Establishment obtained sanitizer test kit by end of visit. x
4-501.14 Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14
Front service area: Three compartment sink not washed and sanitized between use as a prep sink and washing utensils. COS: Sink was properly cleaned and sanitized. x
4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Retail: Heavy lipid residue build-up on boxes holding chips. Residue build-up on counter beneath self-serve soda fountain. Front Service area: Residue and debris build-up on shelves below prep table and counter beneath display hot case. o
5-402.11 Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf
Front service area: Direct connection exists between drain of three compartment sink and sewage system. o
5-502.11 Refuse, recyclables, or returnables not removed from the premises at a frequency that will minimize the development of objectionable odors and other conditions that attract or harbor insects and rodents. 5-502.11
Outside grounds: Dumpster filled to point of overflow at time of inspection. o
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
Outside grounds: Dumpster stored on unpaved surface. o
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Walk-in cooler: Heavy accumulation of dust on walls. Front service area: Heavy debris and residue build-up on floor around fryer. o Print Date: 7/22/2022 Page 4 of 7 53 Citation Description: Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11 Observation: Retail: Water stained/damaged ceiling tiles. o
6-202.11 Light bulb not shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in an area where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens, or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Infrared or other heat lamp not protected against breakage by a shield surrounding and extending beyond the bulb so that only the face of the bulb is exposed. 6-202.11
Front service area: Lights in display hot case not shielded. o
94 Food establishment manufactures, processes, packs, holds, prepares or sells products consisting of or containing hemp extract intended for human consumption and is not designated as a Hemp Food Establishment. Food establishment shall remit payment of appropriate fee within 10 days. 5K-4.034(3), F.A.C.
Establishment is selling products containing hemp extract intended for human inhalation without being designated as a hemp food establishment. o
99 The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.
Current 2022 food permit not conspicuously displayed or available upon request. 2021 food permit posted. o INSPECTION: VENDED WATER/VENDED ICE Violation Number Citation Description and Observation COS

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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