Citrus National in Homosassa
Last inspected:
1501 Corkwood Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34446Citrus National in Homosassa has accumulated 247 violations across 35 inspections since 2017, averaging 7.1 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent and roach activity. In December 2024, inspectors issued an emergency order after finding 10 violations with 6 marked as high priority, triggering daily callback inspections. The restaurant has faced 5 disciplinary actions totaling $2,380 in fines.
Most recent closure: December 11, 2024 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Citrus National in Homosassa: Comparison to Citrus County Averages
This Facility
6.9
violations / inspection
6.9 violations per inspection
Citrus County Avg
4.18
violations / inspection
4.18 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Citrus County Avg
0.34
closures / facility
0.34 county average
Citrus National in Homosassa: Emergency Closure History (2)
Citrus National in Homosassa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $2,380.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025005661 | $400.00 | Dec 11, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 3--2023032354 | $360.00 | Apr 17, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2021024600 | $300.00 | Mar 30, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2020042487 | $800.00 | Aug 25, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2019053627 | $520.00 | Sep 11, 2019 | Tampa |
Citrus National in Homosassa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-01-5 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (9) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspector¿s boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
Citrus National in Homosassa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections4 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
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections30 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections38 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections50 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Citrus National in Homosassa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Citrus National in Homosassa last inspected?
- Citrus National in Homosassa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 22, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was Citrus National in Homosassa last shut down?
- Citrus National in Homosassa was last shut down on December 11, 2024 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 Citrus National in Homosassa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Citrus National in Homosassa are: Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Citrus National in Homosassa had?
- Citrus National in Homosassa has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Citrus National in Homosassa find?
- Citrus National in Homosassa was most recently inspected on April 22, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Citrus National in Homosassa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Citrus National in Homosassa has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?
- Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.
- Has Citrus National in Homosassa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Citrus National in Homosassa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Citrus National in Homosassa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Citrus National in Homosassa has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,380.00 in fines.
- How much has Citrus National in Homosassa been fined?
- Citrus National in Homosassa has been fined a total of $2,380.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Citrus National in Homosassa operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Southern Woods Golf Club (2015).
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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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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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