Charlie Horse in Ocala

Last inspected:

2426 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
Overview

Charlie Horse in Ocala has an extensive enforcement history marked by recurring critical violations and formal disciplinary action. The facility was emergency-closed on March 5, 2019 for roach activity. Across 41 inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 282 total violations, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection—more than one-third higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have appeared consistently across multiple inspections: employee health policy violations were cited in at least 5 of the last 8 inspections, chemical storage violations in at least 6 inspections, proper cooking temperature violations in at least 3 inspections, and shell stock requirement violations in at least 3 inspections. The facility received one formal disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Fire safety violations involving portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone were documented three times between 2015 and 2022. The most recent inspection on March 11, 2026 found 27 violations including repeat high-priority findings in employee health policy, proper cooking temperatures, and chemical storage, with an administrative complaint recommended.

Most recent closure: March 5, 2019 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

41Inspections
282Violations
1Closures
3Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Charlie Horse in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages

This Facility 6.9 violations / inspection 6.9 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

Charlie Horse in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Charlie Horse in Ocala
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 07:28:00

Charlie Horse in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Charlie Horse in Ocala
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2019012534 $400.00 Mar 5, 2019 Fort Lauderdale

Charlie Horse in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Near kitchen entrance door. Silver extinguisher is in recharge zone.
— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher at the right side of the kitchen entrance.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. The silver can by the swinging doors has the yellow indicator in the red.

Charlie Horse in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (41)

— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections37 violations · 20 high priority
— 5 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 12 inspections58 violations · 39 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

Charlie Horse in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Charlie Horse in Ocala last inspected?
Charlie Horse in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
When was Charlie Horse in Ocala last shut down?
Charlie Horse in Ocala was last shut down on March 5, 2019 for roach 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 Charlie Horse in Ocala?
The most frequently cited violations at Charlie Horse in Ocala are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Charlie Horse in Ocala had?
Charlie Horse in Ocala has had 41 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Charlie Horse in Ocala find?
Charlie Horse in Ocala was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has Charlie Horse in Ocala ever been shut down?
Yes, Charlie Horse in Ocala has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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.
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.
Has Charlie Horse in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Charlie Horse in Ocala has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Charlie Horse in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Charlie Horse in Ocala has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Charlie Horse in Ocala been fined?
Charlie Horse in Ocala has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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