How many health inspections has Fry-tank in Ocala had?

Fry-tank in Ocala has had 0 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

Has Fry-tank in Ocala ever been shut down?

No, Fry-tank in Ocala has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

When was Fry-tank in Ocala last inspected?

Fry-tank in Ocala was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 16, 2026. Inspection type: Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements.

How many inspections has Fry-tank in Ocala had?

Fry-tank in Ocala has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Fry-tank in Ocala find?

Fry-tank in Ocala was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 16, 2026 (Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements).

Has Fry-tank in Ocala had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

No, Fry-tank in Ocala has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

Fry-tank in Ocala

1737 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470

Marion County · Food Service
Owner: Food Around the World LLC
DBPR License: MFD5251137
FDACS Estab #: 433797

Overview

FRY-TANK in Ocala is an FDACS-licensed retail food establishment with a recent change of ownership. The facility has 4 inspections on record between April 2024 and March 2026, with a combined 21 violations. A March 2026 focused inspection conducted in response to the ownership change found the new operator had met preoperational requirements, and the former business was reclassified as out of business. Prior to the ownership transition, the facility operated without a valid food permit and accumulated violations including improper storage of toxic retail materials directly above packaged foods (corrected on site during a April 2024 inspection), repeated absence of a probe thermometer, missing written procedures for vomitus and diarrheal event response, and a hose bibb lacking backflow prevention on an outside line. The most recent inspection on March 16, 2026 documented 3 violations at the newly opened location that were corrected during the inspection.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

0Inspections

0Violations

0Closures

4FDACS Insp.

Last inspected FDACS: March 16, 2026

Fry-tank in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages

This Facility 0 violations / inspection 0 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

Fry-tank in Ocala: FDACS Inspection History (4)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

2026 — 3 inspections

Mar 16, 2026 — Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected.

Risk-Based Violations

95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.Repeat

No certified food protection manager certificate available at the time of inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

5-501.11 Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114

Outside - Dumpster drain plug was observed to be missing.

6-501.11 Premises not free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. 6-501.114

Retail - A non-functional soda fountain was observed stored on establishment premises; Staff stated the soda fountain is scheduled for removal.

Mar 16, 2026 — Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: This focused inspection is being conducted in response to Request # 5153484. A change of ownership has occurred at this location. The new food establishment has Met Pre-operational Inspection Requirements and the business status of this former food establishment has been changed to Out of Business - Pending.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Feb 26, 2026 — Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 6 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Contact the Business Center by email at [email protected] or by calling 850-245-5520 for further assistance. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.

Risk-Based Violations

2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf

No written procedures for employees to follow when responding to a vomitus or diarrheal event available at the time of inspection.

6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14

Back Room - Unisex restroom handwashing sink was observed to not have required signage posted. COS. Handwashing signage provided during inspection.

95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.

No certified food protection manager certificate available at the time of inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 PfRepeat

No probe thermometer available at the time of inspection.

6-501.11 Premises not free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. 6-501.114

Retail / Back Room - Multiple pieces of unused/non-functional food service equipment were observed stored in the establishment.

99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.

The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. See comments. o

2024 — 1 inspection

Apr 25, 2024 — Met Inspection Requirements· 12 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: SCOTT MINICH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Provided: Handwashing and Hemp Inhalation Age Restriction signage, Certified Food Protection Manager, 2023 Senate Bill 1676 Department Notice and Guidance for Written Procedures for the Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events industry handouts.

Risk-Based Violations

7-301.11 Poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale not stored or displayed to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-301.11 PP

Retail - Toxic retail shampoos, cleansers and aerosol sprays were observed stored on display shelving directly above packaged foods and beverages. COS. Relocated during inspection. x Print Date: 4/25/2024 Page 1 of 4 26 Pf Citation Description: Working container of poisonous or toxic materials taken from a bulk supply not clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. 7-102.11 Pf Observation: Retail - A spray bottle containing a clear chemical solution was observed to not be labeled to identify its contents.

74 Retailer selling hemp extract intended for inhalation did not post a clear and conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the product which states: "THE SALE OF HEMP EXTRACT INTENDED FOR INHALATION TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE". 5K-4.034(8)(a), F.A.C.

Retail - Required age restriction signage was not posted adjacent to hemp inhalation products displayed for retail sale in the establishment. COS. Provided hemp inhalation age restriction signage during inspection.

Food Service - Handwashing sink was observed to not have required signage posted. Back Room - Unisex restroom handwashing sink was observed to not have required signage posted. COS. Provided handwashing signage during inspection.

95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.

No certified food protection manager certificate available at the time of inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

No probe thermometer available at the time of inspection.

3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11

Retail - Cases of packaged foods were observed stored directly on the floor.

4-101.19 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that requires frequent cleaning not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. 4-101.19

Food Service - Microwave interior cavity surfaces were observed to be corroded and are no longer smooth and easily cleanable.

4-501.14 Warewashing equipment; sinks, basins or other receptacles used for washing or rinsing raw food or laundering wiping cloths; or drainboards or equipment used to substitute for drainboards not cleaned before use, throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination of equipment and utensils and ensure the equipment performs its intended function, and at least every 24 hours when used. 4-501.14

Back Room - Warewashing sink basins were observed to not be cleaned at a frequency to prevent the accumulation of dark residue.

5-203.14 Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an air gap or installation of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf

Outside - Hose bibb was observed to not have a backflow prevention device.

5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17

Back Room - Unisex restroom was observed to not have a covered waste receptacle available.

5-501.11 Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114

Outside - Dumpster drain plug was observed to be missing.

6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11

Back Room - Multiple ceiling tiles were observed to be damaged.

Fry-tank in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has Fry-tank in Ocala had?: Fry-tank in Ocala has had 0 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
Has Fry-tank in Ocala ever been shut down?: No, Fry-tank in Ocala has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
When was Fry-tank in Ocala last inspected?: Fry-tank in Ocala was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 16, 2026. Inspection type: Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Fry-tank in Ocala had?: Fry-tank in Ocala has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Fry-tank in Ocala find?: Fry-tank in Ocala was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 16, 2026 (Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements).
Has Fry-tank in Ocala had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: No, Fry-tank in Ocala has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Fry-tank in Ocala?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Fry-tank in Ocala are: 6-301.14: Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14; 4-302.12: Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf; 5-501.11: Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114.
Does Fry-tank in Ocala have any repeat violations?: Yes, Fry-tank in Ocala has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 6-301.14: Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14; 4-302.12: Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in ensuring food temperatures are attained and maintained; or food temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe not provided or not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods. 4-302.12 Pf; 5-501.11: Drains in receptacles or waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables do not have drain plugs in place. 5-501.114.