Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa
Last inspected:
5590 S Boulevard Dr, Homosassa, FL 34448Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa has accumulated 138 violations across 29 inspections since 2017, averaging 4.8 per visit. The facility faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $320 fine. Proper ventilation, hand washing, and utensil sanitation are the most frequently cited violations. Recent inspections show improvement, with zero violations in mid-2025, though February 2026 brought six new violations including two high-priority items.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa: Comparison to Citrus County Averages
This Facility
4.8
violations / inspection
4.8 violations per inspection
Citrus County Avg
4.18
violations / inspection
4.18 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Citrus County Avg
0.34
closures / facility
0.34 county average
Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2017035931 | $320.00 | Apr 6, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale |
Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections12 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa: FDACS Inspection History (4)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements
Comments: Reviewed your "Stone Crab" HACCP plan.
Risk-Based Violations
91
The food establishment did not register as a Food Facility with the United States
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) prior to beginning of manufacturing/processing, packing or holding
food for consumption in the United States. 5K-4.002(D) F.A.C., 21 CFR 1, Subpart H.
Your food establishment is not registered with the FDA as a food facility.
— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Visit performed to follow up on Hurricane Helene.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: This Focused Inspection is being conducted offsite to document a verbal conversation in reference to stone crab harvesting.
Manager stated the traps are in and they will not be going out until next season.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements; Check Back Needed· Met Requirements
Comments: Management must submit, electronically to Kimberly. [email protected] or by other means required HACCP Plan documentation
identified during this visit within 14 days. Failure to provide required documentation may necessitate the department to make an
additional focused inspection and/or take additional enforcement action.
Reviewed HACCP plan "Stone Crab 2022 Wholesale and Retail"
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa last inspected?
- Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa had?
- Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa find?
- Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa was most recently inspected on February 23, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa ever been shut down?
- No, Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- Has Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $320.00 in fines.
- How much has Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa been fined?
- Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa has been fined a total of $320.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- When was Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa last inspected?
- Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 7, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
- How many inspections has Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa had?
- Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa find?
- Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 7, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
- Has Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- No, Cedar Key Fish & Crab Home of the Freezer in Homosassa has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
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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).
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