District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala

Last inspected:

110 Sw Broadway St, Ocala, FL 34471
Overview

District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala has received 24 inspections since 2015 with 190 total violations, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection—significantly higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations appear consistently across inspections, including employee health policy violations, improper cooking temperatures, toxic substance control failures, and chemical storage violations. The most recent inspection on March 4, 2026 documented 33 violations (5 high-priority, 2 intermediate, 7 basic) and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation. A prior inspection on September 16, 2024 found 7 violations and also resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation, followed by a compliant callback on September 17, 2024. The facility has received fire safety citations for propane tank storage inside the building (2020) and flammables storage in attic/basement (2015).

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
190Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages

This Facility 7.9 violations / inspection 7.9 violations per inspection
Marion County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Marion County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Several tanks near exit door at bottom of stairs.
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.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Flammables stored/debris present in attic/basement. For reporting purposes only. 2 Propane gas tanks downstairs in storage room.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (6) Attics, basements, boiler rooms, meter rooms, laundry rooms, and storage rooms shall be kept clean and free of debris and flammables. For reporting purposes only.

District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V16 Proper cooking temps
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— 2 inspections24 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V16 Proper cooking temps
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage
V41 Toilet facilities
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (14 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V06 Handwashing facilities
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V11 Food in good condition
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V35 Single-use items
V40 Wiping cloths usage
— 3 inspections19 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V09 No contamination
V10 Approved food source
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V35 Single-use items
V41 Toilet facilities
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V10 Approved food source
V21 Time as control
V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 2 inspections24 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V40 Wiping cloths usage
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V21 Time as control
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage
V51 Premises clean
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
— 7 inspections35 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V10 Approved food source
V25 Allergen awareness
V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V41 Toilet facilities
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V10 Approved food source
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 1 inspection8 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V16 Proper cooking temps
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V24 Toxic substance control

District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions

When was District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala last inspected?
District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala?
The most frequently cited violations at District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala are: Employee health policy, Management awareness, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala had?
District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala find?
District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 14 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala ever been shut down?
No, District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 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 District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
Yes, District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has District Bar & Kitchen in Ocala operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Pi on Broadway (2015-2020).

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