Hernando County — Food Safety Records
Hernando County, Florida has 342 food establishments with 6,789 inspections on record. 4 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 79.7%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 4 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Cali Street Tacos in Spring Hill on June 4, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Hernando County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Hernando County
79.7%
Pass Rate
79.7%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Hernando County
4
Avg Violations / Inspection
4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Hernando County
1.17
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.17
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Hernando County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bagelicious and More | Spring Hill | 7 | Emergency Order Callback Time Extension | |
| Holiday Inn Express Start Breakfast Bar | Spring Hill | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Kirin China Grill | Spring Hill | 9 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Firehouse Subs | Spring Hill | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Coyote Rojo #4 LLC | Spring Hill | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Taco Bell #6135 | Spring Hill | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Captain D's | Spring Hill | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Bagelicious and More | Spring Hill | 11 (2 high) | Emergency order recommended | |
| Papa Clyde's Too LLC | Spring Hill | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Burger King #22697 | Spring Hill | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Hernando County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 39,021 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 31,571 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 24,558 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 24,454 |
| 51 | Premises clean | 22,851 |
Hernando County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 4, 2026 | Cali Street Tacos | $800 | 3--2025092144 |
| May 18, 2026 | Cali Street Tacos | $700 | 3--2025080294 |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Office at the Crossroads | $600 | 3--2026015646 |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Mermaid Galley | $400 | 3--2025087462 |
| Mar 25, 2026 | Arbys 6285 | $400 | 3--2026013462 |
| Jun 26, 2026 | Vista Events at Silverthorn | $400 | 3--2014032274 |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Office at the Crossroads | $400 | 3--2025060311 |
| Oct 8, 2025 | Legends Restaurant at Seven Hills | $400 | 3--2025050991 |
| May 27, 2026 | Hardees | $400 | 3--2026027637 |
| Jan 22, 2026 | Mallie Kyla's Cafe | $400 | 3--2025090849 |
Hernando County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 31 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 22 |
| Other fire safety violation | 12 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 11 |
Hernando County: Notable Restaurants
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice
50 inspections
280 violations
5 closures
Masa Asian Bistro and Bar
45 inspections
495 violations
4 closures
Up 4 Breakfast
45 inspections
246 violations
4 closures
Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse
51 inspections
428 violations
3 closures
Arbys 6285
47 inspections
96 violations
Bagelicious and More
25 inspections
96 violations
Hernando County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 9 | 461 | 0 |
| Subway | 8 | 431 | 2 |
| McDonalds | 8 | 459 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 7 | 356 | 1 |
| Wendys | 6 | 494 | 0 |
| Burger King | 5 | 160 | 0 |
| Dominos | 4 | 89 | 0 |
| Applebees | 3 | 346 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 3 | 80 | 0 |
| Zaxbys | 3 | 71 | 0 |
Hernando County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Hernando County?
- Hernando County, Florida has 342 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Hernando County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Hernando County is 79.7%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Hernando County this year?
- 4 food establishments in Hernando County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Hernando County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Hernando County are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Hernando County?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Hernando County with 9 establishments.
- How does Hernando County compare to the Florida state average?
- Hernando County has a pass rate of 79.7%, which is 6 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 4 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Hernando County?
- Food establishments in Hernando County have an average of 19.9 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Hernando County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Hernando County have been assessed $70,270 in fines across 213 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $348 and the largest single fine was $1,200.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Hernando County restaurants?
- 76 fire safety violations have been documented across 48 food establishments in Hernando County. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
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Hernando County Restaurants & Food Establishments (342)
Denny's #6931
1445 WENDY CT, Spring Hill
27 inspections · 213 violations · Last: Jul 2026New China
146 MARINER BLVD, Spring Hill
30 inspections · 207 violations · Last: Jul 2026Bagels and Beyond
16272 SPRING HILL DR, Brooksville
28 inspections · 205 violations · Last: Jul 2026Capone's Bistro and Billiards
10463 COUNTY LINE RD, Spring Hill
34 inspections · 204 violations · Last: Jul 2026Florida Cracker Kitchen
966 E JEFFERSON ST, Brooksville
37 inspections · 202 violations · Last: May 2026Up 4 Breakfast
4373 COMMERCIAL WAY, Spring Hill
28 inspections · 197 violations · Last: May 2026Florida Cracker Cookshack
511 S BROAD ST, Brooksville
29 inspections · 197 violations · Last: Feb 2026Beef O Brady's Ridge Manor, LLC
31120 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville
35 inspections · 190 violations · Last: Aug 2026Chili's Grill & Bar #366
3085 COMMERCIAL WAY, Springhill
25 inspections · 187 violations · Last: May 2026King Chef
9537 COMMERCIAL WAY, Weeki Wachee
22 inspections · 185 violations · Last: Mar 2026Legends Academy Cafe
5175 MARINER, Spring Hill
30 inspections · 184 violations · Last: Sep 2026Pj's Pizza
2144 MARINER BLVD, Spring Hill
28 inspections · 184 violations · Last: Mar 2026Waffle House 504
30481 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville
31 inspections · 173 violations · Last: Nov 2025China 1 of West Hernando LLC
1446 PINHURST DRIVE, Spring Hill
27 inspections · 172 violations · Last: Aug 2026Crabbers
2270 COMMERCIAL WAY, Spring Hill
30 inspections · 170 violations · Last: Sep 2026Philly's Best Cheesesteak House
4038 ANDY PELLA DR, Spring Hill
32 inspections · 170 violations · Last: Aug 2026Bigun's Bar-b-que
7280 SUNSHINE GROVE RD, Brooksville
24 inspections · 169 violations · Last: Apr 2026Cabot Citrus Farms
17590 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Brooksville
28 inspections · 167 violations · Last: Feb 2026Brian's Place
3430 SHOAL LINE BLVD, Hernando Beach
26 inspections · 167 violations · Last: Jun 2026Weeki Pub
8070 CORTEZ BLVD, Weeki Wachee
29 inspections · 166 violations · Last: Aug 2026