Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala

Last inspected:

120 E Fort King Street, Ocala, FL 34471
Overview

Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala has accumulated 213 violations across 24 inspections dating back to 2016, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection — nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on June 24, 2021 for roach and fly activity. A propane tank larger than code-allowed capacity was found stored inside the building on October 16, 2020, creating a fire safety hazard. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $600 in fines.

High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring. Hand washing violations appeared in 8 inspections. Proper cooking temperatures were cited in 7 inspections. Employee health policy violations appeared in 5 inspections. Consumer advisory violations were documented in 9 inspections. Chemical storage violations appeared in 4 inspections. Most recent inspections show escalating enforcement activity: the August 5, 2025 routine inspection found 33 violations and prompted an administrative complaint recommendation; the December 16, 2025 inspection again found 33 violations (including three high-priority violations for hand washing, cooking temperatures, and chemical storage) with another administrative complaint recommended. A May 14, 2025 callback inspection showed temporary compliance, but violations returned immediately afterward. The most recent inspection on December 16, 2025 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation.

Most recent closure: June 24, 2021 for roach & fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
213Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$600in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages

This Facility 8.9 violations / inspection 8.9 violations per inspection
Marion County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Marion County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala
DateReasonReopened
Roach & fly activity N/A

Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $600.00

Disciplinary action history for Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2021031174 $600.00 Jun 24, 2021 Jacksonville

Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Several tanks located inside dry storage building. Also, gasoline and lawn equipment in dry storage building.

Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 4 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections44 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (14 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 7 inspections38 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— 2 inspections1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala last inspected?
Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 16, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
When was Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala last shut down?
Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala was last shut down on June 24, 2021 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 Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala?
The most frequently cited violations at Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala are: Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala had?
Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala find?
Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala was most recently inspected on December 16, 2025 with 15 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala ever been shut down?
Yes, Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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.
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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
Has Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
How much has Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala been fined?
Bank Street Patio Bar and Grill in Ocala has been fined a total of $600.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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