Mobil/ Circle K in Lecanto

Last inspected:

782 S Rowe Ter, Lecanto, FL 34461

Part of: Circle K Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

This Mobil/Circle K location in Lecanto had three inspections on record between February 2023 and March 2026. A focused inspection on February 7, 2023 resulted in sample collection with no violations cited. An inspection on April 21, 2023 found three violations and confirmed the facility met inspection requirements. Most recently, on March 3, 2026, the facility was cited for operating without a valid food permit after submitting a permit application; the inspector noted that the application process requires completion of all permitting requirements under Rule 5K-4.020, F.A.C., and warned that failure to meet requirements could result in permit denial and administrative penalties of up to $5,000 or suspension of food activities under Florida Statute 500.12(1)(a).

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

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Last inspected FDACS:

Mobil/ Circle K in Lecanto: FDACS Inspection History (3)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 1 violation· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: CYNTHIA CANNIOTO, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.

Good Retail Practice Violations

99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.Repeat
Application for inspection was submitted, please pay permit fees within 10 days
— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: BRUCE ROBINSON, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Inspection and findings conducted with Bri Murray. Provided via email: Inspection Report, Guidance for Written Bodily Fluid Clean-up Policy

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-302.12 Working container holding a food or food ingredient that is not readily and unmistakably recognized and has been removed from its original packaging for use in the establishment is not identified with the common name of the food. 3-302.12
Kitchen - Observed bulk ingredient container not labeled. COS, Employee corrected. x
4-501.12 Surfaces that are subject to scratching or scoring not resurfaced or discarded when they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. 4-501.12
Kitchen - Prep Cooler Counter - Observed scored cutting board. Employee washed, rinsed and sanitized. o
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Kitchen - Ware Wash Sink - Observed back splash not secured to wall. Observed paint chipping on wall nearby. o
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: KIMBERLY JUILIANO, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Mobil/ Circle K in Lecanto: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mobil/ Circle K in Lecanto last inspected?
Mobil/ Circle K in Lecanto was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 3, 2026. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection.
How many inspections has Mobil/ Circle K in Lecanto had?
Mobil/ Circle K in Lecanto has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Mobil/ Circle K in Lecanto find?
Mobil/ Circle K in Lecanto was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 3, 2026 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection).
Has Mobil/ Circle K in Lecanto had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Mobil/ Circle K in Lecanto has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Mobil/ Circle K in Lecanto?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Mobil/ Circle K in Lecanto are: 3-302.12: Working container holding a food or food ingredient that is not readily and unmistakably recognized and has been removed from its original packaging for use in the establishment is not identified with the common name of the food. 3-302.12; 4-501.12: Surfaces that are subject to scratching or scoring not resurfaced or discarded when they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. 4-501.12; 6-501.11: Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11.

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