Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala
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1781 Sw 60th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474Champions Restaurant (Downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala was emergency-closed on January 5, 2017 for rodent activity. The facility has been inspected 22 times on record, accumulating 108 violations between 2016 and November 2025—an average of 4.9 violations per inspection, in line with the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Recent inspections show a pattern of recurring high-priority violations: management awareness violations appeared in 5 of the last 8 inspections, employee health policy violations in 3 inspections, shell stock requirement violations in 2 consecutive inspections (April and November 2025), and food contact surface violations in 4 inspections. The most recent inspection on November 13, 2025 documented 24 violations including four high-priority findings for management awareness, food contact surfaces, shell stock requirements, and no contamination. The inspection was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: January 5, 2017 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (1)
Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2017001162 | $400.00 | Jan 5, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 5 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala last inspected?
- Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 8, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala last shut down?
- Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala was last shut down on January 5, 2017 for rodent 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 Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala had?
- Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala find?
- Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala was most recently inspected on April 8, 2026 with 16 violation(s), including 6 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala ever been shut down?
- Yes, Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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.
- Has Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala been fined?
- Champions Restaurant (downstairs Kitchen) in Ocala has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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