Ruby Tuesday in Inverness
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2235 E Gulf to Lake Hwy, Inverness, FL 34453Part of: Ruby Tuesday Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Ruby Tuesday in Inverness has a concerning compliance history marked by serious pest activity and recurring violations across multiple critical food safety categories. The facility has been emergency-closed twice: on August 14, 2024 for roach and fly activity, and on July 21, 2023 for rodent activity. Across 29 inspections since 2016, the facility recorded 182 total violations, averaging 6.3 per inspection — above the statewide average of 5.2 — and received $1,200 in disciplinary fines from the state.
High-priority violations have been recurrent. Employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 4 of the past 6 inspections. Violations for improper food condition, consumer advisory failures, and chemical storage were cited multiple times in 2024. In November 2024, a single routine inspection found 16 violations including six high-priority citations for management awareness failures, water supply issues, toxic substance control, chemical storage, consumer advisory, and improper cooking temperatures. Shell stock requirements, parasite destruction, and food contact surface violations were documented in complaint inspections following the August 2024 emergency closure for roach and fly activity. The most recent inspection on March 31, 2026 found two high-priority violations (shell stock requirements and consumer advisory) but was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: August 14, 2024 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ruby Tuesday in Inverness: Comparison to Citrus County Averages
Ruby Tuesday in Inverness: Emergency Closure History (2)
Ruby Tuesday in Inverness: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024052438 | $800.00 | Aug 14, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2023041480 | $400.00 | Jul 21, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale |
Ruby Tuesday in Inverness: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections43 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections38 violations · 29 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Ruby Tuesday in Inverness: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Ruby Tuesday in Inverness under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between August 14, 2024 and August 16, 2024. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Ruby Tuesday in Inverness last inspected?
- Ruby Tuesday in Inverness was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 31, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Ruby Tuesday in Inverness last shut down?
- Ruby Tuesday in Inverness was last shut down on August 14, 2024 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 Ruby Tuesday in Inverness?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ruby Tuesday in Inverness are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Ruby Tuesday in Inverness had?
- Ruby Tuesday in Inverness 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 Ruby Tuesday in Inverness find?
- Ruby Tuesday in Inverness was most recently inspected on March 31, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ruby Tuesday in Inverness ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ruby Tuesday in Inverness has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- 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 V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Ruby Tuesday in Inverness faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ruby Tuesday in Inverness has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Ruby Tuesday in Inverness been fined?
- Ruby Tuesday in Inverness has been fined a total of $1,200.00 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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