How many health inspections has WORKS BISTRO had?

WORKS BISTRO has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has WORKS BISTRO ever been shut down?

No, WORKS BISTRO has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at WORKS BISTRO?

The most frequently cited violations at WORKS BISTRO are: Proper hand/arm washing, Premises clean, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?

TEMPERATURE FAILURE: Inadequate cooling equipment cannot maintain required temperatures, allowing food to enter the danger zone (41-135°F). Overloaded or malfunctioning refrigeration allows slow temperature rise that promotes bacterial growth. Clostridium botulinum grows in improperly refrigerated vacuum-packed foods. Equipment failure during busy periods creates mass food safety risk. Provide sufficient refrigeration and cooling capacity for the volume of food prepared. Monitor equipment temperatures at least daily. Maintain and repair equipment promptly. Do not overload refrigeration units (maintain air circulation). Use ambient temperature thermometers in all cooling equipment. Have backup plans for equipment failure.

What does Florida violation V45 (Floor maintenance) mean?

SANITATION CONCERN: Poorly maintained floors accumulate grease, food debris, and standing water that attract pests, promote mold growth, and create slip hazards. Floor-wall junctions in poor repair create pest harborage. Grease buildup on floors supports cockroach populations. Damaged floor surfaces cannot be effectively cleaned, creating persistent contamination. Floors must be smooth, durable, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Clean floors regularly throughout the day. Repair cracks, holes, and damaged areas promptly. Maintain floor-wall coving in food preparation areas. Eliminate standing water. Use proper cleaning techniques and approved cleaning agents. Provide adequate floor drainage.

WORKS BISTRO

12169 S WILLIAMS ST, Dunnellon, FL 34432

Marion County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: LOCKJAW LLC · License: SEA5201923

WORKS BISTRO in Dunnellon, FL has 26 inspections on record with 200 total violations (7.7 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

26Inspections

200Violations

0Closures

Data current as of May 5, 2025

Inspection History (26)

May 5, 2025 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

Aug 12, 2024 — Complaint Full· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Jun 26, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 24, 2024 — Routine - Food· 18 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Dec 15, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Dec 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 4, 2023 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 3, 2023 — Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Feb 3, 2023 — Complaint Full· 29 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 9, 2022 — Complaint Full· 16 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Apr 26, 2022 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 2, 2022 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Dec 7, 2021 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Sep 2, 2021 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 24 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jun 17, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jun 3, 2020 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Oct 8, 2019 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 18, 2019 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 21, 2018 — Routine - Food· 9 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Apr 19, 2018 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Dec 12, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V23 Chemical properly stored

Jun 19, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 16, 2017 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 15, 2017 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 15, 2016 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 10, 2016 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

How Does This Facility Compare?

WORKS BISTRO has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Marion County average of 0.16 closures per facility. It has averaged 7.7 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.09.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has WORKS BISTRO had?: WORKS BISTRO has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has WORKS BISTRO ever been shut down?: No, WORKS BISTRO has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at WORKS BISTRO?: The most frequently cited violations at WORKS BISTRO are: Proper hand/arm washing, Premises clean, Clean multi-use utensils.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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Last verified: May 5, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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