Dunnellon — Food Safety Records

Overview

Dunnellon, Florida has 38 food establishments with 836 inspections on record. The pass rate is 73.7%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.4 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $600 assessed to Tap in Tavern in Dunnellon on May 19, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.

38Facilities
836Inspections
0Closures 2026
73.7%Pass Rate
5.4Avg Violations

Dunnellon Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Dunnellon 73.7% Pass Rate 73.7%
Florida Average 85.7% Pass Rate 85.7%
Dunnellon 5.4 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.4
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Dunnellon 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 2.02 Closures per 100 Facilities 2.02

Dunnellon Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Kentucky Fried Chicken 10 (1 high) Warning Issued
Tap in Tavern 8 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Blue Gator of Dunnellon 0 Call Back - Complied
Blue Gator of Dunnellon 1 (1 high) Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Wendy's 11678 7 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Blue Gator of Dunnellon 14 (4 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Blue Gator of Dunnellon 5 (2 high) Warning Issued

Dunnellon Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Dunnellon Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

23Actions on Record
$9,135Total Fines
$397Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
16Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
May 19, 2026 Tap in Tavern $600 5--2026022028

Dunnellon Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

17Fire Violations
13Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 13
Propane tank stored inside building 2
Exit blocked or locked 1
Other fire safety violation 1

Dunnellon: Notable Restaurants

Dunnellon: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 2 98 0
Dominos 1 33 0
McDonalds 1 109 1
Wendys 1 118 0
Comfort Suites 1 29 0
Kfc 1 120 0
Taco Bell 1 29 0
Hardees 1 66 0
Dunkin 1 89 0
Sonic Drive-in 1 70 0

Dunnellon Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Dunnellon?
Dunnellon, Florida has 38 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Dunnellon?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Dunnellon is 73.7%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
What are the most common health violations in Dunnellon?
The most frequently cited violations in Dunnellon are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Dunnellon?
Subway has the most locations in Dunnellon with 2 establishments.
How does Dunnellon compare to the Florida state average?
Dunnellon has a pass rate of 73.7%, which is 12 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.4 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Dunnellon?
Food establishments in Dunnellon have an average of 22 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Dunnellon been assessed?
Food establishments in Dunnellon have been assessed $9,135 in fines across 23 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $397 and the largest single fine was $800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Dunnellon restaurants?
17 fire safety violations have been documented across 13 food establishments in Dunnellon. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.

In the News Dunnellon

Dunnellon Restaurants & Food Establishments (37)

Swampys Bar & Grille 2 closures

19773 E PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Dunnellon

45 inspections · 328 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Oliver's 2 closures

13601 SW 115 AVE, Dunnellon

37 inspections · 268 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Pavarottis Pizza and Restaurant 2 closures

19449 SW RAINBOW LAKES BLVD, Dunnellon

32 inspections · 217 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill 2 closures

10155 SW HWY 484 UNIT 2, Dunnellon

18 inspections · 119 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Gruffs Tap & Grill 1 closure

12084 S WILLIAMS ST, Dunnellon

30 inspections · 212 violations · Last: Apr 2026

China House 1 closure

11150 N WILLIAMS ST UNIT 103, Dunnellon

29 inspections · 211 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Front Porch Rest & Pie Shop 1 closure

12039 N FLORIDA AVE, Dunnellon

29 inspections · 184 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant 1 closure

20744 W PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Dunnellon

24 inspections · 127 violations · Last: Feb 2026

McDonald's 1 closure

11232 N WILLIAMS ST, Dunnellon

28 inspections · 109 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Southern Palate 1 closure

12009 S WILLIAMS STREET, Dunnellon

26 inspections · 72 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Stumpknockers Restaurant

13821 SW SR 200, Dunnellon

39 inspections · 361 violations · Last: May 2026

Works Bistro

12169 S WILLIAMS ST, Dunnellon

28 inspections · 225 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Blue Gator of Dunnellon

12189 S WILLIAMS ST, Dunnellon

32 inspections · 223 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Juliette Falls

6933 SW 179TH AVE RD, Dunnellon

26 inspections · 159 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Dunnellon Coffee Co

11223 N WILLIAMS ST STE A, Dunnellon

22 inspections · 156 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Lugo's Grill

20583 W PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Dunnellon

27 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Cheers at Rainbow Springs

19330 SW 83 PL RD, Dunnellon

17 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Riviera Maya

11352 N WILLIAMS ST STE 101, Dunnellon

11 inspections · 129 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Blue Gator of Dunnellon

12189 S WILLIAMS ST, Dunnellon

25 inspections · 126 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Breakfast Station

11352 N WILLIAMS ST STE 201, Dunnellon

21 inspections · 123 violations · Last: Feb 2026