New Port Richey — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
New Port Richey, Florida has 382 food establishments with 4,279 inspections on record. 9 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 82.2%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.2 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Las Perlas in New Port Richey, shut down April 15, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Boulevard Family Restaurant in New Port Richey on December 1, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kawa Japanese Steak House & Sushi | 46 | 449 | 4 |
| Herschel's Scratch Kitchen | 60 | 787 | 3 |
| Boulevard Family Restaurant | 42 | 318 | 3 |
| New China 1 | 33 | 299 | 3 |
| Thai Samurai | 35 | 298 | 3 |
New Port Richey Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
New Port Richey
82.2%
Pass Rate
82.2%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
New Port Richey
5.2
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
New Port Richey
2.36
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.36
Florida Average
1.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.37
New Port Richey Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Las Perlas | Rodent activity |
New Port Richey Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taco Bell #5229 | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Starz Restaurant | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Sasha's | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Seafire Grill/ Sunset Cove Grill & Bar | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Sasha's | 4 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Sullivans Boulevard | 2 (2 high) | Call Back - Complied | |
| Just Smash | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tasty Ramen | 2 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Hilltop Cafe | 5 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| La Reyna De Michoacan Ice Cream | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
New Port Richey Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 39,551 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 26,753 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 24,244 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 20,079 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 18,495 |
New Port Richey Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2025 | Boulevard Family Restaurant | $800 | 3--2025063117 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | New China 1 | $800 | 3--2025048702 |
| Jul 29, 2025 | Thai Bistro | $800 | 3--2025051249 |
| Jun 9, 2025 | Kawa Japanese Steak House & Sushi | $800 | 3--2025009514 |
| Jul 30, 2025 | Kawa Japanese Steak House & Sushi | $800 | 3--2025047982 |
| Sep 18, 2025 | Old Bay Cafe LLC | $400 | 3--2025056671 |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Joeys Pizza | $400 | 3--2025071812 |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Delicias Latinas | $400 | 3--2025054672 |
| Aug 26, 2025 | Boulevard Family Restaurant | $400 | 3--2025048837 |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Ihop 36-207 | $400 | 3--2025090530 |
New Port Richey Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Other fire safety violation | 39 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 21 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 7 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 3 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 2 |
New Port Richey 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. New Port Richey has 171 FDACS-regulated facilities with 350 inspections on record and 26 stop-sale orders issued.
New Port Richey 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Up Smoke Shop | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Higher Up Smoke Shop | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Higher Up Smoke Shop | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Higher Up Smoke Shop | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Higher Up Smoke Shop | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Higher Up Smoke Shop | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Higher Up Smoke Shop | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Higher Up Smoke Shop | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Higher Up Smoke Shop | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Higher Up Smoke Shop | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling |
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New Port Richey FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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New Port Richey Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7-Eleven | 10 | 84 | 2,422 |
| Dollar General | 4 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Walgreens | 3 | 1 | 743 |
| Dollar Tree | 3 | 9 | 1,084 |
| Shell | 2 | 152 | 1,169 |
| Publix | 2 | 30 | 875 |
| Sams Club | 2 | 23 | 284 |
| Starbucks | 2 | 77 | 1,170 |
New Port Richey: Notable Restaurants
Kawa Japanese Steak House & Sushi
46 inspections
449 violations
4 closures
Herschel's Scratch Kitchen
60 inspections
787 violations
3 closures
Boulevard Family Restaurant
42 inspections
318 violations
3 closures
Joeys Ny Pizza
43 inspections
355 violations
2 closures
Starz Restaurant
33 inspections
306 violations
1 closures
Taco Bell #5229
15 inspections
27 violations
New Port Richey: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 6 | 371 | 1 |
| Dunkin | 5 | 374 | 0 |
| Subway | 5 | 274 | 0 |
| Wendys | 3 | 268 | 0 |
| Burger King | 3 | 104 | 0 |
| Jersey Mikes | 3 | 185 | 0 |
| Little Greek | 2 | 305 | 0 |
| Chipotle | 2 | 41 | 0 |
| Kfc | 2 | 459 | 1 |
| Arbys | 2 | 82 | 0 |
New Port Richey Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in New Port Richey?
- New Port Richey, Florida has 382 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in New Port Richey?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in New Port Richey is 82.2%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in New Port Richey this year?
- 9 food establishments in New Port Richey have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in New Port Richey?
- The most frequently cited violations in New Port Richey are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in New Port Richey?
- McDonalds has the most locations in New Port Richey with 6 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in New Port Richey?
- Las Perlas in New Port Richey was shut down on April 15, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does New Port Richey compare to the Florida state average?
- New Port Richey has a pass rate of 82.2%, which is 3.8 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.2 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in New Port Richey?
- Food establishments in New Port Richey have an average of 11.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in New Port Richey been assessed?
- Food establishments in New Port Richey have been assessed $52,595 in fines across 140 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $378 and the largest single fine was $1,400.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in New Port Richey restaurants?
- 72 fire safety violations have been documented across 46 food establishments in New Port Richey. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in New Port Richey 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. New Port Richey, Florida has 171 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 350 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in New Port Richey?
- FDACS has issued 26 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in New Port Richey, including 16 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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New Port Richey Restaurants & Food Establishments (374)
Kawa Japanese Steak House & Sushi 4 closures
8631 LITTLE RD, New Port Richey
46 inspections · 449 violations · Last: Mar 2026Herschel's Scratch Kitchen 3 closures
5749 MAIN ST, New Port Richey
60 inspections · 787 violations · Last: Apr 2026Boulevard Family Restaurant 3 closures
7507 LITTLE RD, New Port Richey
42 inspections · 318 violations · Last: Oct 2025New China 1 3 closures
5049 US HWY 19, New Port Richey
33 inspections · 299 violations · Last: Apr 2026Thai Samurai 3 closures
3150 LITTLE RD, New Port Richey
35 inspections · 298 violations · Last: Apr 2026Thai Bistro 3 closures
5414 MAIN ST, New Port Richey
29 inspections · 262 violations · Last: Mar 2026Asian Dragon 2 closures
5012 US HWY 19, New Port Richey
42 inspections · 458 violations · Last: Mar 2026Tops an American Grill 2 closures
6403 MASSACHUSETTS AVE, New Port Richey
31 inspections · 368 violations · Last: Mar 2026Joeys Ny Pizza 2 closures
9830 LITTLE RD, New Port Richey
43 inspections · 355 violations · Last: Apr 2026Los Magueyes Mexican Grill 2 closures
7041 US 19, New Port Richey
39 inspections · 255 violations · Last: Mar 2026Sioux City Steakhouse 2 closures
8515 LITTLE RD, New Port Richey
42 inspections · 247 violations · Last: Jan 2026Rossi Ristorante Italiano 1 closure
7254 SR 54, New Port Richey
31 inspections · 344 violations · Last: Mar 2026Denny's 1 closure
4442 US 19 S, New Port Richey
37 inspections · 326 violations · Last: Mar 2026New Shanghai Chinese Restaurant 1 closure
6133 SR 54, New Port Richey
26 inspections · 319 violations · Last: Mar 2026Starz Restaurant 1 closure
6021 STATE ROAD 54, New Port Richey
33 inspections · 306 violations · Last: May 2026A R French Pizzeria and Tavern 1 closure
3104 TOWN CENTER AVE STE 101, New Port Richey
32 inspections · 305 violations · Last: Apr 2026Hot Wok 1 closure
1414 SEVEN SPRINGS BLVD, New Port Richey
28 inspections · 302 violations · Last: Apr 2026El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 1 closure
6911 CONGRESS ST, New Port Richey
31 inspections · 280 violations · Last: Mar 2026Trinity Sports Grill 1 closure
3523 LITTLE ROAD, New Port Richey
30 inspections · 270 violations · Last: Apr 2026China Gate 1 closure
11336 RIDGE RD, New Port Richey
32 inspections · 261 violations · Last: Aug 2025