Fanning Springs — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Fanning Springs, Florida has 10 food establishments with 134 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 25%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 8 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $1,200 assessed to El Paraiso Restaurant & Taqueria in Fanning Springs on March 2, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse Restaurant | 55 | 541 | 4 |
| El Paraiso Restaurant & Taqueria | 28 | 261 | 3 |
| BBQ Shack | 23 | 168 | 2 |
| Chompers Diner | 28 | 150 | 0 |
| Discount Food Mart & 99 Cent Food Store | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Fanning Springs Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Fanning Springs Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse Restaurant | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Lighthouse Restaurant | 19 (5 high) | Administrative complaint recommended |
Fanning Springs Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 1,723 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 1,476 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 1,475 |
| 29 | Proper sewage disposal | 1,472 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 1,233 |
Fanning Springs Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2, 2026 | El Paraiso Restaurant & Taqueria | $1,200 | 5--2025089986 |
Fanning Springs Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Other fire safety violation | 2 |
Fanning Springs 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. Fanning Springs has 6 FDACS-regulated facilities with 16 inspections on record.
Fanning Springs FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Fanning Springs Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 1 | 57 | 2,871 |
Fanning Springs: Notable Restaurants
Fanning Springs Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Fanning Springs?
- Fanning Springs, Florida has 10 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Fanning Springs?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Fanning Springs is 25%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Fanning Springs this year?
- 2 food establishments in Fanning Springs have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Fanning Springs?
- The most frequently cited violations in Fanning Springs are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
- How does Fanning Springs compare to the Florida state average?
- Fanning Springs has a pass rate of 25%, which is 61 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 8 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Fanning Springs?
- Food establishments in Fanning Springs have an average of 13.4 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Fanning Springs been assessed?
- Food establishments in Fanning Springs have been assessed $4,750 in fines across 8 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $594 and the largest single fine was $1,200.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Fanning Springs restaurants?
- 2 fire safety violations have been documented across 1 food establishments in Fanning Springs. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Fanning Springs 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. Fanning Springs, Florida has 6 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 16 inspections on record.
In the News Fanning Springs
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Fanning Springs Restaurants & Food Establishments (10)
Lighthouse Restaurant 4 closures
7600 N HWY 19, Fanning Springs
55 inspections · 541 violations · Last: Apr 2026El Paraiso Restaurant & Taqueria 3 closures
17312 NW US HWY 19, Fanning Springs
28 inspections · 261 violations · Last: Mar 2026BBQ Shack 2 closures
7440 N US HWY 19, Fanning Springs
23 inspections · 168 violations · Last: Dec 2025Chompers Diner
17951 NW HWY 19, Fanning Springs
28 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Dec 2025Shop & Hop #1 FDACS Retail
8731 NW 174th ST, Fanning Springs
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSDollar General # 12307 FDACS Retail
17631 NW US Highway 19, Fanning Springs
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesTea Brewing Co FDACS Retail
17456 NW US Highway 19, Fanning Springs
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food ShopsFrito Lay Warehouse # 44910 FDACS Retail
8151 NW 160th ST # 5125&3698, Fanning Springs
FDACS Retail Food · Dry StorageNoble Food Mart FDACS Retail
7270 SW US Highway 19, Fanning Springs
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food ServiceDiscount Food Mart & 99 Cent Food Store FDACS Retail
7680 N US 19, Fanning Springs
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS