Levy County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Levy County, Florida has 177 food establishments with 1,644 inspections on record. 3 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 76.9%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.6 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $1,200 assessed to El Paraiso Restaurant & Taqueria in Fanning Springs on March 2, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

177Facilities
1,644Total Inspections
3Closures 2026
76.9%Pass Rate
5.6Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessCityInspectionsViolationsClosures
83 West Cedar Key24 127 4
Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill Cedar Key46 361 3
El Paraiso Restaurant & Taqueria Fanning Springs28 261 3
La Cocina Taqueria Williston40 392 2
BBQ Shack Fanning Springs23 168 2

Levy County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Levy County 76.9% Pass Rate 76.9%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Levy County 5.6 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.6
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Levy County 1.69 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.69
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Levy County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessCityViolationsResult
Mya's Noodle House Chiefland0 Call Back - Complied
Beef'o'brady's Chiefland0 Call Back - Complied
Annies Cafe Cedar Key0 Call Back - Complied
Mya's Noodle House Chiefland7 (4 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Viejo Amigo Mexican Restaurant Chiefland2 (2 high) Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Viejo Amigo Mexican Restaurant Chiefland9 (6 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Treasure Camp Chiefland9 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Annies Cafe Cedar Key5 (2 high) Warning Issued
Abc Pizza Chiefland0 Call Back - Complied
Los Avina Mexican Restaurant Chiefland7 (2 high) Administrative complaint recommended

Levy County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
36 Proper ventilation 19,741
14 Food contact surfaces 18,161
23 Chemical properly stored 14,410
35 Single-use items 13,533
08 Proper hand/arm washing 12,464

Levy County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

36Actions on Record
$19,090Total Fines
$530Avg Fine
$1,200Largest Fine
26Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Mar 2, 2026 El Paraiso Restaurant & Taqueria $1,200 5--2025089986
Nov 21, 2025 Filipines Food and More $600 5--2025047496
Dec 1, 2025 Zaxby's $600 5--2025067050

Levy County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

41Fire Violations
24Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 30
Other fire safety violation 5
Propane tank stored inside building 4
Cooking without hood suppression 2

Levy County 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. Levy County has 100 FDACS-regulated facilities with 266 inspections on record and 68 stop-sale orders issued.

100Retail Facilities
266FDACS Inspections
68Stop-Sale Orders
2Orders in 2026

Levy County 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.

DateFacilityCityProductReason
D-m-corner-store-INC-422307 MorristonBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
D-m-corner-store-INC-422307 MorristonBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Smoker-heaven-421471 TrentonBrand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Smoker-heaven-421471 TrentonBrand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Smoker-heaven-421471 TrentonBrand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Smoker-heaven-421471 TrentonBrand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Smoker-heaven-421471 TrentonBrand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Smoker-heaven-421471 TrentonBrand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Smoker-heaven-421471 TrentonBrand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Smoker-heaven-421471 TrentonBrand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing

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Levy County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 65
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 39
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning 36
4-903.11(A) Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6 34
4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in 30

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Levy County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Dollar General 6 57 2,871
Circle K 3 102 1,574
Dollar Tree 1 9 1,084
Family Dollar 1 316 950
Save-A-Lot 1 36 399
Walmart 1 77 608
Ellianos Coffee 1 2 38
Kwik Stop 1 43 262

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Levy County: Notable Restaurants

83 West

Cedar Key · Most Closures

24 inspections 127 violations 4 closures

Tipsy Cow Bar and Grill

Cedar Key · Most Closures

46 inspections 361 violations 3 closures

El Paraiso Restaurant & Taqueria

Fanning Springs · Most Closures

28 inspections 261 violations 3 closures

Betts Big T

Chiefland · Most Inspected

49 inspections 387 violations 1 closures

Mama Sally's

Inglis · Most Inspected

49 inspections 385 violations 1 closures

Mya's Noodle House

Chiefland · Recently Inspected

26 inspections 149 violations

Levy County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 4 300 1
Hardees 2 331 0
Taco Bell 2 242 0
McDonalds 2 210 0
Popeyes 2 122 0
Pizza Hut 1 63 0
Dunkin 1 152 0
Days Inn 1 48 0
Kfc 1 65 0
Quality Inn 1 57 0

Levy County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Levy County?
Levy County, Florida has 177 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Levy County?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Levy County is 76.9%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Levy County this year?
3 food establishments in Levy County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Levy County?
The most frequently cited violations in Levy County are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Levy County?
Subway has the most locations in Levy County with 4 establishments.
How does Levy County compare to the Florida state average?
Levy County has a pass rate of 76.9%, which is 9.1 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.6 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Levy County?
Food establishments in Levy County have an average of 9.3 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Levy County been assessed?
Food establishments in Levy County have been assessed $19,090 in fines across 36 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $530 and the largest single fine was $1,200.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Levy County restaurants?
41 fire safety violations have been documented across 24 food establishments in Levy County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Levy County 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. Levy County, Florida has 100 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 266 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Levy County?
FDACS has issued 68 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Levy County, including 2 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.

In the News Levy County

Levy County Restaurants & Food Establishments (175)

Trenton Foods FDACS Retail

113 S Main ST, Trenton

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Jre 200 FDACS Retail

7 Highway 19 N, Inglis

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Trenton Wine and Spirits FDACS Retail

1027 E Wade ST, Trenton

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Best Drugs of Trenton FDACS Retail

405 SE 1st Ave, Trenton

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Fowl Flock Farm LLC FDACS Retail

4170 NW 160th ST, Trenton

FDACS Retail Food · Limited Poultry and Egg

Heavy B's Barbeque FDACS Retail

661 E HATHAWAY AVE, Bronson

FDACS Retail Food · Food Service

Ma & Pa Express FDACS Retail

7050 SE State Road 26, Trenton

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Kwik Stop FDACS Retail

529 Highway 40 W, Inglis

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Dollar General Market # 13176 FDACS Retail

100 Commerce ST, Bronson

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Winn Dixie Liquor Store #0148 FDACS Retail

2202 N YOUNG BLVD SUITE, Chiefland

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

A Taste of Love Mobile Kitchen & Catering FDACS Retail

221 S MAIN ST, Chiefland

FDACS Retail Food · Food Service

Sunstop Market # 355 FDACS Retail

1209 E Wade ST, Trenton

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Inglis Food Store FDACS Retail

19 Highway 19 S, Inglis

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Aldi #216 FDACS Retail

2200 N Young Blvd, Chiefland

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Circle K # 1309 FDACS Retail

705 N Main ST, Trenton

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS