Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa

Last inspected:

10317 W Yulee Dr, Homosassa, FL 34448
Overview

Nauti Time Seafood and Wings in Homosassa has been inspected 20 times since 2016, accumulating 62 violations—averaging 3.1 per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Fire safety violations documented in 2023 noted that the establishment was licensed for 16 seating units but had 36 units on site. High-priority violations have included handwashing facility deficiencies, improper cooking temperatures, and shell stock requirement violations. The most recent inspection on December 11, 2025 identified 3 violations and prompted an administrative complaint recommendation, escalating the enforcement status.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

22Inspections
64Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa: Comparison to Citrus County Averages

This Facility 2.9 violations / inspection 2.9 violations per inspection
Citrus County Avg 4.21 violations / inspection 4.21 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Citrus County Avg 0.34 closures / facility 0.34 county average

Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 2 fire violations

— Complaint Full · 49-05-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Establishment is licensed for 16 seating units. Currently has 36 units on site. Discussed with operator and issued seating change evaluation form. - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-12: Operator provided digital letter from DOH stating the establishment is approved for a total of 20 seats on their current septic system. Operator reduced seating to 20 Seating change evaluation for has not been completed by DOH **Time Extended**
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.

— Complaint Full · 49-05-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Establishment is licensed for 16 seating units. Currently has 36 units on site. Discussed with operator and issued seating change evaluation form.
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.

Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 2 inspections2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
V51 Premises clean
— 4 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities
V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements
V22 Consumer advisory
— 4 inspections19 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation
V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V28 Water supply

Basic Violations

V49 Non-food contact surfaces
V51 Premises clean
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V49 Non-food contact surfaces
V50 Adequate lighting
V51 Premises clean
— 4 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections18 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V05 Handwashing procedures
V06 Handwashing facilities
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V21 Time as control
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
V53 Outer openings protected
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa last inspected?
Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 18, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa?
The most frequently cited violations at Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa are: Outer openings protected, Premises clean, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa had?
Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa find?
Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa was most recently inspected on August 18, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa ever been shut down?
No, Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Water Tower Cafe in Homosassa operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Nauti Time Seafood and Wings (2023-2023).

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