Tasty Gators in Homosassa
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4828 S Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34446Grumpy Gators Bar & Grill in Homosassa has accumulated 206 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.4 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach and fly activity. Repeated enforcement actions in 2024 resulted in administrative complaints recommended in October and November. The most frequently cited violations involve improper ventilation, food contact surface issues, and chemical storage problems.
Most recent closure: July 8, 2021 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Tasty Gators in Homosassa: Comparison to Citrus County Averages
This Facility
6.2
violations / inspection
6.2 violations per inspection
Citrus County Avg
4.21
violations / inspection
4.21 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Citrus County Avg
0.34
closures / facility
0.34 county average
Tasty Gators in Homosassa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Tasty Gators in Homosassa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $350.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021035253 | $350.00 | Jul 8, 2021 | Panama City Beach |
Tasty Gators in Homosassa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections22 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections45 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections15 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Tasty Gators in Homosassa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tasty Gators in Homosassa last inspected?
- Tasty Gators in Homosassa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Tasty Gators in Homosassa last shut down?
- Tasty Gators in Homosassa was last shut down on July 8, 2021 for roach & fly 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 Tasty Gators in Homosassa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tasty Gators in Homosassa are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Tasty Gators in Homosassa had?
- Tasty Gators in Homosassa has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tasty Gators in Homosassa find?
- Tasty Gators in Homosassa was most recently inspected on September 8, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tasty Gators in Homosassa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Tasty Gators in Homosassa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Tasty Gators in Homosassa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tasty Gators in Homosassa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $350.00 in fines.
- How much has Tasty Gators in Homosassa been fined?
- Tasty Gators in Homosassa has been fined a total of $350.00 across 1 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).
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