Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa
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5297 S Cherokee Way Ste B, Homosassa, FL 34448Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa has operated under significant compliance challenges. The facility was emergency-closed on July 28, 2016 for roach activity. Over 29 inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 183 violations, averaging 6.3 per inspection — more than 20% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Employee health reporting violations, a high-priority category, appeared in at least 3 inspections between 2023 and 2025, indicating a recurring systemic management issue. Management awareness violations were also cited. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $720 in fines. Recent inspections show escalating enforcement: administrative complaints were recommended in 3 of the last 4 inspections (June 4, June 5, and October 8, 2025). The most recent inspection on October 8, 2025 identified 6 violations including 1 high-priority finding and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation.
Most recent closure: July 28, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa: Comparison to Citrus County Averages
Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $720.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022005904 | $320.00 | Dec 28, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2016036603 | $400.00 | Jul 28, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 3 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections25 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Basic Violations
Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa last inspected?
- Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 8, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa last shut down?
- Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa was last shut down on July 28, 2016 for roach 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 Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa are: Clean multi-use utensils, Premises clean, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa had?
- Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa find?
- Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa was most recently inspected on October 8, 2025 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
- Has Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $720.00 in fines.
- How much has Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa been fined?
- Monkey Island Bar and Grill in Homosassa has been fined a total of $720.00 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).
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