Darrells Diner in Ocala
Last inspected:
4409 Nw Blitchton Rd, Ocala, FL 34482Darrell's Diner #16 in Ocala accumulated 59 violations across 10 inspections between July 2023 and February 2026, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection — above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations were cited in 8 of the 10 inspections, with recurring findings including employee health reporting (cited in 4 inspections), shell stock requirements (5 inspections), food contact surface violations (4 inspections), and management awareness issues (4 inspections). The facility received an administrative complaint recommendation twice: July 2023 and February 2026. A fire safety violation was documented on February 10, 2026, when a portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone. The most recent inspection on February 11, 2026 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition with zero violations, indicating the facility addressed prior findings.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Darrells Diner in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Darrells Diner in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
Darrells Diner in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (10)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Darrells Diner in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Darrells Diner in Ocala last inspected?
- Darrells Diner #16 in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 11, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Darrells Diner in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Darrells Diner #16 in Ocala are: Shell stock requirements, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Darrells Diner in Ocala had?
- Darrells Diner #16 in Ocala has had 10 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Darrells Diner in Ocala find?
- Darrells Diner #16 in Ocala was most recently inspected on February 11, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Darrells Diner in Ocala ever been shut down?
- No, Darrells Diner #16 in Ocala has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Darrells Diner in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Darrells Diner #16 in Ocala has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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).
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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