Dunnellon — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Dunnellon, Florida has 72 food establishments with 825 inspections on record. The pass rate is 73.7%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.3 violations per visit.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

72Facilities
825Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
73.7%Pass Rate
5.3Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Swampys Bar & Grille 45 328 2
Oliver's 37 268 2
Pavarottis Pizza and Restaurant 32 217 2
Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill 18 119 2
Gruffs Tap & Grill 30 212 1

Dunnellon Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Dunnellon 73.7% Pass Rate 73.7%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Dunnellon 5.3 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.3
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Dunnellon 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Dunnellon Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Riviera Maya 14 (6 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Gruffs Tap & Grill 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Rainbows End Golf Club 8 (1 high) Warning Issued

Dunnellon Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
36 Proper ventilation 10,573
23 Chemical properly stored 8,117
22 Consumer advisory 6,879
14 Food contact surfaces 6,167
08 Proper hand/arm washing 5,703

Dunnellon Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

22Actions on Record
$8,535Total Fines
$388Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
15Facilities Fined

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 Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Dunnellon has 35 FDACS-regulated facilities with 84 inspections on record and 8 stop-sale orders issued.

35Retail Facilities
84FDACS Inspections
8Stop-Sale Orders

Dunnellon FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
A-to-z-discount-beverage-255634 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
A-to-z-discount-beverage-255634 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
A-to-z-discount-beverage-255634 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
A-to-z-discount-beverage-255634 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
A-to-z-discount-beverage-255634 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
A-to-z-discount-beverage-255634 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Walmart #960 (main) Establishment #: 279230 — (Jenny-O) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Walmart #960 (main) Establishment #: 279230 — (Walmart # 960) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Time/Temperature Control for Sa…

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Dunnellon FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 5
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 4
4-204.11 Temperature measuring device sensor not located to measure the air temperature 4
4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in 3
4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food 3

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Dunnellon Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Dollar General 2 57 2,871
Aldi 1 2 310
Shell 1 152 1,169
Sunoco 1 256 487
CVS 1 9 882
Publix 1 30 875
Subway 1 27 304
Winn-Dixie 1 170 584

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Dunnellon: Notable Restaurants

Swampys Bar & Grille

Dunnellon · Most Closures

45 inspections 328 violations 2 closures

Oliver's

Dunnellon · Most Closures

37 inspections 268 violations 2 closures

Pavarottis Pizza and Restaurant

Dunnellon · Most Closures

32 inspections 217 violations 2 closures

Stumpknockers Restaurant

Dunnellon · Most Inspected

38 inspections 347 violations

Riviera Maya

Dunnellon · Recently Inspected

11 inspections 129 violations

Gruffs Tap & Grill

Dunnellon · Recently Inspected

30 inspections 212 violations 1 closures

Dunnellon: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 2 91 0
Comfort Suites 1 29 0
Kfc 1 110 0
Taco Bell 1 29 0
Hardees 1 66 0
Dunkin 1 89 0
Sonic Drive-in 1 70 0
Dominos 1 33 0
McDonalds 1 105 1
Wendys 1 111 0

Dunnellon Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Dunnellon?
Dunnellon, Florida has 72 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 86%.
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 12.3 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.3 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Dunnellon?
Food establishments in Dunnellon have an average of 11.5 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 $8,535 in fines across 22 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $388 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.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Dunnellon inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Dunnellon, Florida has 35 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 84 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Dunnellon?
FDACS has issued 8 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Dunnellon. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

In the News Dunnellon

Dunnellon Restaurants & Food Establishments (71)

Bonnie's Food Store FDACS Retail

19463 SW Rainbow Lakes Blvd, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service

Sillie Puffs - Gourmet Cotton Candy FDACS Retail

11612 N Captiva Ter, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Joy Food Stores FDACS Retail

11716 N Williams ST, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service

Avenue Shell FDACS Retail

11867 N Williams ST, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Angus Wholesale Meats FDACS Retail

5274 W Dunnellon RD, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Dragon's Hoard Smoke Shop FDACS Retail

11767 N Williams ST, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Publix Super Markets #1616 FDACS Retail

11352 NORTH WILLIAMS ST SUITE 400, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Sparr Building and Farm Supply FDACS Retail

2915 W Dunnellon RD, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

K C Ice LLC FDACS Retail

12409 N Florida Ave, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Packaged Ice Self Vending

Clayton Owens Produce FDACS Retail

20145 SW 111th PL, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Roadside Stands

Kp Hole Park FDACS Retail

9435 SW 190th Avenue RD, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet w/Limited Food Service

Tractor Supply Co # 0565 FDACS Retail

11242 N Williams ST, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food

Murphy Usa # 6820 FDACS Retail

11004 N Williams ST, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service

Vapor Spot & Smoke Shop #7 FDACS Retail

11150 N Williams ST Ste 104, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - Hemp

Simply Seafood LLC FDACS Retail

12149 S Williams ST Ste, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Seafood Market Retail

Dunnellon Discount Drugs FDACS Retail

11150 N Williams Street Suite 101B, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Vw Winn Dixie 2219 FDACS Retail

10051 S US Highway 41, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

The Fizzy Feline Mobile Soda Bar FDACS Retail

12149 S Williams ST, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Dollar General # 9268 FDACS Retail

19552 SW 56th LN, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

A to Z Discount Beverage FDACS Retail

12091 S Williams ST, Dunnellon

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF