Darrell's Diner in Ocala
Last inspected:
6998 N Us Hwy 27 Unit 109, Ocala, FL 34482Darrell's Diner #12 in Ocala has accumulated 100 violations across 20 inspections, averaging 5.0 violations per inspection—at the Florida statewide average. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been cited in at least 8 inspections, including recurring issues with hand washing, chemical storage, food contact surface sanitation, and proper cooking temperatures. Employee health reporting was cited in July 2023 and resulted in a Warning Issued disposition. The most recent inspection on April 1, 2026 documented 22 violations (1 high-priority, 5 intermediate, 7 basic) and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Darrell's Diner in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Darrell's Diner in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Darrell's Diner in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Darrell's Diner in Ocala last inspected?
- Darrell's Diner #12 in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 20, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Darrell's Diner in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Darrell's Diner #12 in Ocala are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Darrell's Diner in Ocala had?
- Darrell's Diner #12 in Ocala has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Darrell's Diner in Ocala find?
- Darrell's Diner #12 in Ocala was most recently inspected on August 20, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Darrell's Diner in Ocala ever been shut down?
- No, Darrell's Diner #12 in Ocala has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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