Dixie County — Food Safety Records
Dixie County, Florida has 18 food establishments with 438 inspections on record. The pass rate is 66.7%, below the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 5.6 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Dairy Queen of Cross City in Cross City on September 22, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Dixie County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Dixie County
66.7%
Pass Rate
66.7%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Dixie County
5.6
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.6
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Dixie County
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Dixie County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taste of Dixie Diner LLC | Cross City | 10 (7 high) | Administrative complaint recommended |
Dixie County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 5,165 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 4,442 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 4,188 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 3,934 |
| 33 | Proper cooling equipment | 3,192 |
Dixie County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2025 | Dairy Queen of Cross City | $800 | 5--2025041220 |
| Oct 22, 2025 | Dairy Queen of Cross City | $800 | 5--2025046033 |
Dixie County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 5 |
| Other fire safety violation | 3 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 1 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 1 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
Dixie County: Notable Restaurants
Samanthas Cypress Inn
43 inspections
300 violations
2 closures
Dairy Queen of Cross City
43 inspections
278 violations
2 closures
Hungry Howie’s
27 inspections
105 violations
2 closures
Waters Edge Bar and Grill
31 inspections
188 violations
Taste of Dixie Diner LLC
31 inspections
233 violations
1 closures
Papa Luigis
25 inspections
141 violations
Dixie County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 2 | 129 | 2 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 78 | 0 |
| Hardees | 1 | 165 | 0 |
| Dairy Queen | 1 | 278 | 2 |
Dixie County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Dixie County?
- Dixie County, Florida has 18 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Dixie County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Dixie County is 66.7%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- What are the most common health violations in Dixie County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Dixie County are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Dixie County?
- Subway has the most locations in Dixie County with 2 establishments.
- How does Dixie County compare to the Florida state average?
- Dixie County has a pass rate of 66.7%, which is 19.1 percentage points below the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 5.6 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Dixie County?
- Food establishments in Dixie County have an average of 24.3 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Dixie County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Dixie County have been assessed $7,960 in fines across 15 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $531 and the largest single fine was $1,600.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Dixie County restaurants?
- 11 fire safety violations have been documented across 7 food establishments in Dixie County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Dixie County Restaurants & Food Establishments (18)
Samanthas Cypress Inn 2 closures
15568 US HWY 19, Cross City
43 inspections · 300 violations · Last: Mar 2026Dairy Queen of Cross City 2 closures
11 NE 203 AVE, Cross City
43 inspections · 278 violations · Last: Jun 2026Hungry Howie’s 2 closures
25861 SE US HWY 19, Old Town
27 inspections · 105 violations · Last: Oct 2025Subway # 50803 2 closures
25855 SE HWY 19, Old Town
21 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Jan 2026Taste of Dixie Diner LLC 1 closure
16840 SE HWY 19, Cross City
31 inspections · 233 violations · Last: Aug 2026China 1 1 closure
16714 US 19 SE, Cross City
24 inspections · 128 violations · Last: Mar 2026Waters Edge Bar and Grill
7004 SW HWY 358, Steinhatchee
31 inspections · 188 violations · Last: Oct 2025Cottage Cafe of Dixie INC
139 SE HWY 349, Old Town
30 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Mar 2026Salt Creek Restaurant
23458 SE HIGHWAY 349 WEST, Suwannee
28 inspections · 176 violations · Last: May 2026Hardee's
15909 US 19 SE, Cross City
23 inspections · 165 violations · Last: Jun 2026Sunset Seafood Bar & Grill
110 MAIN ST, Horseshoe Beach
28 inspections · 157 violations · Last: Mar 2026Papa Luigis
143 SE HWY 349, Old Town
25 inspections · 141 violations · Last: Jun 2026Suwannee Belle Landing
282 SE 989 TH STREET, Old Town
19 inspections · 122 violations · Last: Jan 2026Putnam Lodge
15487 NW HWY 19, Cross City
20 inspections · 97 violations · Last: Dec 2025McDonald's
16228 SE HWY 19, Cross City
15 inspections · 78 violations · Last: Jun 2026Old Mexico of Steinhatchee
5437 SW HWY 358, Steinhatchee
14 inspections · 72 violations · Last: Oct 2025Subway # 12753
16318 SE US HWY 19, Cross City
12 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Mar 2026Best Family Pizza
38 NE 300 ST, Cross City
4 inspections · 16 violations · Last: Dec 2025