Homosassa — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Homosassa, Florida has 106 food establishments with 1,207 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 67.3%, below the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 4.3 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Manatee Pub in Homosassa, shut down May 12, 2026 for rodent activity.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Papa John's Pizza # 2695 in Homosassa on November 10, 2025.

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

106Facilities
1,207Total Inspections
2Closures 2026
67.3%Pass Rate
4.3Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Luigis Pizza 45 533 2
Gator Cove 35 423 2
Citrus National 37 250 2
Aj's Cafe 36 183 2
Manatee Pub 19 105 2

Homosassa Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Homosassa 67.3% Pass Rate 67.3%
Florida Average 85.9% Pass Rate 85.9%
Homosassa 4.3 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.3
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Homosassa 1.89 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.89
Florida Average 1.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.35

Homosassa Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

DateBusinessReason
Manatee Pub Rodent activity

Homosassa Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Nauti Time Seafood and Wings 2 (1 high) Warning Issued
Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Monkey Bar 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Two Guys From Italy Restaurant 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Wildside Cafe' 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Homosassa Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Homosassa Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

55Actions on Record
$18,270Total Fines
$373Avg Fine
$1,000Largest Fine
28Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Nov 10, 2025 Papa John's Pizza # 2695 $400 3--2025059699
Oct 29, 2025 Luigis Pizza $200 3--2025067673
Sep 23, 2025 Gourmet Affair Catering $160 3--2025060153
May 4, 2026 Chassahowitzka Hotel $160 3--2026023342

Homosassa Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

13Fire Violations
10Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Other fire safety violation 6
Fire extinguisher in red zone 2
Cooking without hood suppression 2
Exit blocked or locked 1
Missing boiler certificate/report 1
Propane tank stored inside building 1

Homosassa 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. Homosassa has 54 FDACS-regulated facilities with 126 inspections on record and 2 stop-sale orders issued.

54Retail Facilities
126FDACS Inspections
2Stop-Sale Orders

Homosassa 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
Cattle-dog-coffee-roasters-LLC-4-409081 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Time/Temperature Control for Sa…
Stricklands-convenient-store-386578 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety…

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Homosassa FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Homosassa Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Walgreens 2 1 743
Dollar Tree 2 9 1,084
RaceTrac 1 29 460
Winn-Dixie 1 170 584
Aldi 1 2 310
Dollar General 1 57 2,871
Dunkin 1 13 347
Publix 1 30 875

All Florida retail food chains →

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Homosassa: Notable Restaurants

Homosassa: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Wendys 2 59 0
Dunkin 2 162 1
Taco Bell 2 33 0
Subway 2 83 0
Burger King 1 92 1
Papa Johns 1 87 2
McDonalds 1 11 0
Twistee Treat 1 13 0
Dominos 1 24 0

Homosassa Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Homosassa?
Homosassa, Florida has 106 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Homosassa?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Homosassa is 67.3%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Homosassa this year?
2 food establishments in Homosassa have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Homosassa?
The most frequently cited violations in Homosassa are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Homosassa?
Wendys has the most locations in Homosassa with 2 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Homosassa?
Manatee Pub in Homosassa was shut down on May 12, 2026 for rodent activity.
How does Homosassa compare to the Florida state average?
Homosassa has a pass rate of 67.3%, which is 18.6 percentage points below the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 4.3 compared to the state average of 4.66.
How often are restaurants inspected in Homosassa?
Food establishments in Homosassa have an average of 11.4 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Homosassa been assessed?
Food establishments in Homosassa have been assessed $18,270 in fines across 55 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $373 and the largest single fine was $1,000.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Homosassa restaurants?
13 fire safety violations have been documented across 10 food establishments in Homosassa. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Homosassa 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. Homosassa, Florida has 54 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 126 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Homosassa?
FDACS has issued 2 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Homosassa. 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 Homosassa

Homosassa Restaurants & Food Establishments (106)

Luigis Pizza 2 closures

4538 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa

45 inspections · 533 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Gator Cove 2 closures

4076 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa

35 inspections · 423 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Citrus National 2 closures

1501 CORKWOOD BLVD, Homosassa

37 inspections · 250 violations · Last: May 2026

Aj's Cafe 2 closures

3297 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa

36 inspections · 183 violations · Last: May 2026

Manatee Pub 2 closures

10175 W FISHBOWL DR, Homosassa

19 inspections · 105 violations · Last: May 2026

Papa John's Pizza # 2695 2 closures

4552 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa

25 inspections · 87 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Two Guys From Italy Restaurant 1 closure

5792 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa

36 inspections · 360 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Sugarmill Family Restaurant 1 closure

5446 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa

34 inspections · 282 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Grumpy Gators Bar & Grill 1 closure

4828 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa

33 inspections · 209 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Seagrass Waterfront 1 closure

10410 W HALLS RIVER RD, Homosassa

34 inspections · 208 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Monkey Bar 1 closure

5297 S CHEROKEE WAY, Homosassa

30 inspections · 183 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Dog House 2 1 closure

6261 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa

24 inspections · 127 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Socos House of Eats 1 closure

7364 W GROVER CLEVELAND BLVD, Homosassa

24 inspections · 99 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Dunkin Donuts 1 closure

9406 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa

21 inspections · 99 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Burger King #4154 1 closure

4420 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa

17 inspections · 92 violations · Last: Jul 2025

Stixx Billiards Bar & Grill 1 closure

3171 S STONEBROOK DR, Homosassa

8 inspections · 64 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Lodge Bar & Grill 1 closure

8501 W MISS MAGGIE DRIVE, Homosassa

11 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Jims Club 19 1 closure

3383 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa

18 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Feb 2026

El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant

4522 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa

39 inspections · 272 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Sugarmill Woods Country Club

1 DOUGLAS ST, Homosassa

37 inspections · 253 violations · Last: Apr 2026