When was Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa last inspected?

Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

When was Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa last shut down?

Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa was last shut down on October 11, 2023 for 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 Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa?

The most frequently cited violations at Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.

How many health inspections has Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa had?

Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa has had 11 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 Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa find?

Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa ever been shut down?

Yes, Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.

What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?

Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.

Has Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa had any fire safety violations?

Yes, Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

Has Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa faced any disciplinary actions?

Yes, Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.

How much has Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa been fined?

Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

Has Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa operated under other names?

Yes, this location previously operated as: Chassahowitzka River Lodge (2015).

Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa

Last inspected: March 5, 2026

8501 W Miss Maggie Drive, Homosassa, FL 34448

Citrus County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: 3 D & L INC
DBPR License: SEA1900064
Previously: Chassahowitzka River Lodge (2015)

Overview

Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa was emergency-closed on October 11, 2023 for rodent activity. The facility has recorded 11 inspections since 2021 with 53 total violations, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility experienced one disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines. High-priority violations have included employee health policy violations, improper chemical storage, food contact surface contamination, and hand washing failures. A fire safety violation from 2015 documented a propane tank larger than code-permitted capacity stored inside the building. The most recent inspection on March 5, 2026 identified three violations related to proper cooking temperatures and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: October 11, 2023 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

11Inspections

53Violations

1Closures

1Fire

$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: March 5, 2026

Lodge Bar & Grill 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 1 emergency closures 1 closures

Citrus County Avg 0.34 closures / facility 0.34 county average

Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa
Date	Reason	Reopened
Oct 11, 2023	Rodent activity	10:29:00

Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa
Action Date	Case Number	Fine	Violation Date	Enforcement Office
Jan 16, 2024	3--2023070077	$400.00	Oct 11, 2023	Miami (Doral)

Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

2015 — 1 fire violation

Aug 31, 2015 — Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.

Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (11)

2026 — 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority

Mar 5, 2026 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

2025 — 1 inspection1 violations

Jun 17, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

2023 — 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority

Dec 11, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed

Oct 12, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Oct 11, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V42 Equipment condition

2022 — 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority

Sep 22, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

May 4, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

2021 — 1 inspection2 violations

Mar 23, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

2019 — 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority

Sep 19, 2019 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

2018 — 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority

Jun 27, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

2016 — 1 inspection7 violations · 2 high priority

Dec 14, 2016 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa last inspected?: Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa last shut down?: Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa was last shut down on October 11, 2023 for 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 Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa?: The most frequently cited violations at Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa had?: Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa has had 11 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 Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa find?: Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa ever been shut down?: Yes, Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?: Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
Has Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa had any fire safety violations?: Yes, Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa faced any disciplinary actions?: Yes, Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa been fined?: Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Lodge Bar & Grill in Homosassa operated under other names?: Yes, this location previously operated as: Chassahowitzka River Lodge (2015).