Aj's Cafe in Homosassa
Last inspected:
3297 S Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34448AJ's Cafe in Homosassa has accumulated 180 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.1 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity and roach and rodent activity. In early 2023, inspectors documented an active enforcement pattern with two emergency orders issued within two days, revealing 25 violations with 8 high-priority findings on March 22. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines, with recurring citations for improper ventilation, hand washing, and food contact surface sanitation.
Most recent closure: March 22, 2023 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Aj's Cafe in Homosassa: Comparison to Citrus County Averages
Aj's Cafe in Homosassa: Emergency Closure History (2)
Aj's Cafe in Homosassa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023017932 | $800.00 | Mar 22, 2023 | Jacksonville | |
| 3--2023005925 | $400.00 | Jan 20, 2023 | Orlando |
Aj's Cafe in Homosassa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 4 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections54 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (16 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Aj's Cafe in Homosassa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Aj's Cafe in Homosassa last inspected?
- Aj's Cafe in Homosassa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 11, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Aj's Cafe in Homosassa last shut down?
- Aj's Cafe in Homosassa was last shut down on March 22, 2023 for roach & rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Aj's Cafe in Homosassa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Aj's Cafe in Homosassa are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Aj's Cafe in Homosassa had?
- Aj's Cafe in Homosassa has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Aj's Cafe in Homosassa find?
- Aj's Cafe in Homosassa was most recently inspected on December 11, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Aj's Cafe in Homosassa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Aj's Cafe in Homosassa has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Aj's Cafe in Homosassa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Aj's Cafe in Homosassa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Aj's Cafe in Homosassa been fined?
- Aj's Cafe in Homosassa has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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