Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights
Last inspected:
7414 N State Rd 21, Keystone Heights, FL 32656Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights has been emergency-closed once, on July 26, 2023, for roach activity. The facility has accumulated 131 violations across 20 inspections, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection—nearly 27% above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent, including repeated findings in employee health reporting (cited in at least 5 inspections), management awareness (6+ inspections), toxic substance control (5+ inspections), and handwashing procedures and facilities (4+ inspections). Administrative complaints have been recommended following 5 of the past 8 inspections. The most recent inspection on March 30, 2026 documented 14 violations—2 high-priority violations including employee health reporting, proper cooking temperatures, and handwashing facilities—and was completed with no further action. The prior inspection on February 11, 2026 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after 18 violations were found, including 4 high-priority violations.
Most recent closure: July 26, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights: Comparison to Clay County Averages
Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights: Emergency Closure History (1)
Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights last inspected?
- Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights last shut down?
- Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights was last shut down on July 26, 2023 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 Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights had?
- Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights find?
- Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights was most recently inspected on March 30, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights ever been shut down?
- Yes, Cedar River Seafood in Keystone Heights has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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