Inverness — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Inverness, Florida has 124 food establishments with 1,438 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 86.3%, above the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 3.9 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $680 assessed to Cedar River Seafood of Inverness INC in Inverness on May 19, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lin Garden II | 43 | 458 | 2 |
| China First | 37 | 290 | 2 |
| La Pergola Express | 35 | 204 | 2 |
| Ruby Tuesday | 29 | 182 | 2 |
| Inverness Golf and Country Club INC | 30 | 180 | 2 |
Inverness Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Inverness
86.3%
Pass Rate
86.3%
Florida Average
85.9%
Pass Rate
85.9%
Inverness
3.9
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.9
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Inverness
0.81
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.81
Florida Average
1.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.35
Inverness Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortuner Chinese Rest. 257 INC | 8 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Nine State Brewery | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Nine State Brewery | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway 31406 | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Inverness Club Coordinated Svc | 0 | Call Back - Complied |
Inverness Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 8,136 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 7,891 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 6,894 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 6,611 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 5,689 |
Inverness Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2026 | Cedar River Seafood of Inverness INC | $680 | 3--2026006801 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Mamas Kuntry Kafe | $400 | 3--2025072887 |
| Mar 17, 2026 | El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant | $400 | 3--2025078742 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Huddle House INC | $360 | 3--2025049432 |
| Jan 5, 2026 | Ally J's Icecream | $320 | 3--2025082031 |
| Oct 20, 2025 | Chipotle Mexican Grill (store #4423) | $200 | 3--2025071279 |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Joe's Family Restaurant | $160 | 3--2025049359 |
Inverness Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 9 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 2 |
| Other fire safety violation | 2 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 1 |
Inverness Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Inverness has 52 FDACS-regulated facilities with 119 inspections on record and 15 stop-sale orders issued.
Inverness FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Comments: Print Date: 2/5/2026 Page … | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Comments: | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Comments: Print Date: 2/5/2026 Page … | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Comments: | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated. | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated. | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated. | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated. | |
| Hilltop-food-store-403220 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated. |
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Inverness FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Inverness Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winn-Dixie | 3 | 170 | 584 |
| Circle K | 1 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 13 | 347 |
| Publix | 1 | 30 | 875 |
| Shell | 1 | 152 | 1,169 |
| Walgreens | 1 | 1 | 743 |
| 7-Eleven | 1 | 84 | 2,422 |
| Dollar General | 1 | 57 | 2,871 |
Inverness: Notable Restaurants
Lin Garden II
43 inspections
458 violations
2 closures
China First
37 inspections
290 violations
2 closures
La Pergola Express
35 inspections
204 violations
2 closures
Fortuner Chinese Rest. 257 INC
26 inspections
196 violations
1 closures
Nine State Brewery
8 inspections
6 violations
Subway 31406
20 inspections
50 violations
Inverness: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 3 | 211 | 0 |
| Wendys | 2 | 86 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 2 | 90 | 0 |
| Subway | 2 | 94 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 22 | 0 |
| Culvers | 1 | 20 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 1 | 50 | 0 |
| Olive Garden | 1 | 51 | 0 |
| Pizza Hut | 1 | 17 | 0 |
| Applebees | 1 | 90 | 0 |
Inverness Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Inverness?
- Inverness, Florida has 124 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Inverness?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Inverness is 86.3%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Inverness this year?
- 1 food establishments in Inverness have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Inverness?
- The most frequently cited violations in Inverness are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Inverness?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Inverness with 3 establishments.
- How does Inverness compare to the Florida state average?
- Inverness has a pass rate of 86.3%, which is 0.4 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 3.9 compared to the state average of 4.66.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Inverness?
- Food establishments in Inverness have an average of 11.6 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Inverness been assessed?
- Food establishments in Inverness have been assessed $15,890 in fines across 43 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $378 and the largest single fine was $800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Inverness restaurants?
- 14 fire safety violations have been documented across 12 food establishments in Inverness. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Inverness inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Inverness, Florida has 52 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 119 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Inverness?
- FDACS has issued 15 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Inverness, including 10 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Inverness Restaurants & Food Establishments (123)
First Taste
1466 HIGHWAY 41 N, Inverness
25 inspections · 130 violations · Last: Apr 2026Sushi House
109 COURTHOUSE SQ, Inverness
23 inspections · 122 violations · Last: May 2026Cove Resort and Pub
1242 S COVE CAMP POINT, Inverness
26 inspections · 114 violations · Last: May 2026Huddle House INC
321 US HWY 41 S, Inverness
27 inspections · 112 violations · Last: Sep 2025Oscar Penn's
207 N APOPKA AVE, Inverness
24 inspections · 105 violations · Last: Oct 2025Diner
5490 S FLORIDA AVE, Inverness
22 inspections · 104 violations · Last: May 2026Pine Street Pub
108 N PINE AVE, Inverness
27 inspections · 95 violations · Last: May 2026Dunkin Donuts/baskin Robbins
599 S STONE WAY, Inverness
15 inspections · 92 violations · Last: Sep 2025Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar
1901 W MAIN ST, Inverness
26 inspections · 90 violations · Last: Feb 2026Fishermans Cove
12311 E GULF TO LAKE HWY, Inverness
23 inspections · 87 violations · Last: Apr 2026Sonnys Real Pit BBQ
750 W MAIN ST, Inverness
24 inspections · 87 violations · Last: Mar 2026Outback Steakhouse
2225 HWY 44 W, Inverness
28 inspections · 81 violations · Last: Mar 2026Dunkin' Donuts
715 W MAIN ST, Inverness
20 inspections · 80 violations · Last: Jul 2025Taco Bell #042916
616 W MAIN ST, Inverness
22 inspections · 70 violations · Last: Mar 2026Salty Dogs Steamer and Bar
107 COURTHOUSE SQ, Inverness
15 inspections · 62 violations · Last: May 2026Panera Bread #1788
1082 W MAIN ST, Inverness
22 inspections · 61 violations · Last: Mar 2026Brooklyn Deli Too
3360 E GULF TO LAKE WHY UN# 7, Inverness
21 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Apr 2026McDonald's #10847
2801 E GULF TO LAKE HWY, Inverness
19 inspections · 52 violations · Last: Sep 2025Olive Garden
2151 E GULF TO LAKE HWY, Inverness
21 inspections · 51 violations · Last: May 2026Subway 31406
2639 E GULF TO LAKE HWY, Inverness
20 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Jun 2026