K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala
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2621 Sw 19 Ave, Ocala, FL 34471K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala has compiled a serious food safety record marked by consistent high-priority violations and repeated state enforcement escalations. Across 10 inspections totaling 100 violations since 2024, the facility averaged 10 violations per inspection—nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been documented in 9 of the 10 inspections, with hand washing violations cited in 6 inspections, employee health reporting violations in 5 inspections, and toxic substance control violations in 4 inspections. Shell stock handling failures appeared in 3 inspections, and approved food source violations in 3 inspections—patterns indicating systemic management gaps in core food safety practices. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure despite the violation frequency, but administrative complaints have been recommended in 6 of the last 8 inspections, signaling formal state enforcement proceedings. The most recent inspection on January 8, 2026 identified 27 violations including 5 high-priority findings and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (11)
— 2 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections46 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (15 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala last inspected?
- K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 6, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala are: Toxic substance control, Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala had?
- K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala has had 11 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala find?
- K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala was most recently inspected on April 6, 2026 with 14 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala ever been shut down?
- No, K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot in Ocala has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
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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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