Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala
Last inspected:
1031 S Pine Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala has accumulated 359 violations across 42 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.5 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent activity. In late 2025, inspectors issued administrative complaints on December 2nd after finding 16 violations, continuing a pattern of repeated enforcement actions dating back to 2022. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines. Top recurring violations include food contact surfaces, shell stock requirements, and employee health reporting.
Most recent closure: October 28, 2022 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
This Facility
8.5
violations / inspection
8.5 violations per inspection
Marion County Avg
5.44
violations / inspection
5.44 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Marion County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (2)
Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023003704 | $400.00 | Oct 28, 2022 | Tampa | |
| 5--2019001193 | $400.00 | Dec 19, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2018016434 | $200.00 | Mar 22, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 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.
Silver extinguisher near cookline is in refill zone.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)
— 4 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections19 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections28 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 11 inspections90 violations · 67 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections47 violations · 33 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala last inspected?
- Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 2, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala last shut down?
- Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala was last shut down on October 28, 2022 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 Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala had?
- Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala find?
- Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala was most recently inspected on December 2, 2025 with 16 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala ever been shut down?
- Yes, Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 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 V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- Has Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala been fined?
- Darrell's Diner 14 in Ocala has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 3 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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