How many restaurants are in Hernando Beach?

Hernando Beach, Florida has 9 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Hernando Beach?

The current pass rate for food establishments in Hernando Beach is 75%. The Florida state average is 86%.

What are the most common health violations in Hernando Beach?

The most frequently cited violations in Hernando Beach are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected.

How does Hernando Beach compare to the Florida state average?

Hernando Beach has a pass rate of 75%, which is 11 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 3.6 compared to the state average of 4.67.

How often are restaurants inspected in Hernando Beach?

Food establishments in Hernando Beach have an average of 7.3 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.

How much in fines have restaurants in Hernando Beach been assessed?

Food establishments in Hernando Beach have been assessed $1,400 in fines across 4 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $350 and the largest single fine was $400.

Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Hernando Beach 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. Hernando Beach, Florida has 5 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 11 inspections on record.

Hernando Beach — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Name: Hernando Beach Food Safety Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
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Overview

Hernando Beach, Florida has 9 food establishments with 66 inspections on record. The pass rate is 75%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 3.6 violations per visit.

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

9Facilities

66Total Inspections

0Closures 2026

75%Pass Rate

3.6Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

Business	Inspections	Violations	Closures
Lazy Lizard	29	150	1
Brian's Place	25	164	0
Silver Dolphin Country Store & Restaurant	10	23	0
Hernando Beach Yacht Club INC	2	1	0
Dollar General # 16766	0	0	0

Hernando Beach Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Hernando Beach 75% Pass Rate 75%

Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%

Hernando Beach 3.6 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.6

Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7

Hernando Beach 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0

Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Hernando Beach Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

Date	Business	Violations	Result
Apr 30	Hernando Beach Yacht Club INC	0	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Apr 24	Brian's Place	0	Call Back - Complied

Hernando Beach Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Code	Violation	Citations
22	Consumer advisory	737
08	Proper hand/arm washing	494
53	Outer openings protected	248
12	Shell stock requirements	247
21	Time as control	246

Hernando Beach Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

4Actions on Record

$1,400Total Fines

$350Avg Fine

$400Largest Fine

1Facilities Fined

Hernando Beach 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. Hernando Beach has 5 FDACS-regulated facilities with 11 inspections on record.

5Retail Facilities

11FDACS Inspections

Hernando Beach FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

Code	Violation	Citations
2-501.11	Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when	2
4-101.19	Nonfood-contact surface of equipment exposed to splash, spillage, or other food	1
2-402.11	Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net, beard	1
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3)	Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing	1
3-202.15	Food package not in good condition or does not protect the integrity of the contents	1

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Hernando Beach Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

Chain	Locations	Stop-Sale Orders	Citations
Dollar General	1	57	2,871

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Hernando Beach Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Hernando Beach?: Hernando Beach, Florida has 9 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Hernando Beach?: The current pass rate for food establishments in Hernando Beach is 75%. The Florida state average is 86%.
What are the most common health violations in Hernando Beach?: The most frequently cited violations in Hernando Beach are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected.
How does Hernando Beach compare to the Florida state average?: Hernando Beach has a pass rate of 75%, which is 11 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 3.6 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Hernando Beach?: Food establishments in Hernando Beach have an average of 7.3 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Hernando Beach been assessed?: Food establishments in Hernando Beach have been assessed $1,400 in fines across 4 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $350 and the largest single fine was $400.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Hernando Beach 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. Hernando Beach, Florida has 5 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 11 inspections on record.

Hernando Beach Restaurants & Food Establishments (9)

Lazy Lizard 1 closure

3192 SHOAL LINE BLVD, Hernando Beach

29 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Hernando Beach Seafood INC Establishment #: 302895 FDACS Retail

4417 Calienta ST, Hernando Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Other Seafood Processing Inspected By: KIMBERLY JUILIANO

Dollar General # 16766 FDACS Retail

4029 SHOAL LINE BLVD, Hernando Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Blue Pelican Marina FDACS Retail

5000 Calienta ST, Hernando Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet w/Limited Food Service

Trader Bay Seafood Company LLC FDACS Retail

4006 Shoal Line Blvd, Hernando Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Seafood Market Retail

Hernando Beach Java & Kava FDACS Retail

4090 Shoal Line Blvd, Hernando Beach

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops