La Cuisine in Ocala

Last inspected:

48 Sw 1st Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
Overview

La Cuisine in Ocala has received 22 inspections over its record, totaling 151 violations—an average of 6.9 violations per inspection, nearly one-third higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been pervasive throughout the record, particularly recurring handwashing violations, which appeared in 6 of the last 8 inspections, and employee health policy violations, which were cited in 5 inspections. The facility was warned in April 2024 and August 2025, and an administrative complaint was recommended in November 2024 for shell stock requirements and handwashing violations. The August 2025 complaint inspection documented 42 violations including 7 high-priority findings across chemical storage, shell stock, parasite destruction, food contact surfaces, time as a control measure, and consumer advisory. The most recent inspection on January 27, 2026 identified 27 violations, including repeated high-priority findings in employee health policy, parasite destruction, consumer advisory, chemical storage, and handwashing facilities, though the inspection was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
151Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

La Cuisine in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages

This Facility 6.9 violations / inspection 6.9 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

La Cuisine in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

La Cuisine in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Cuisine in Ocala last inspected?
La Cuisine in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 27, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at La Cuisine in Ocala?
The most frequently cited violations at La Cuisine in Ocala are: Employee health policy, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has La Cuisine in Ocala had?
La Cuisine in Ocala has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of La Cuisine in Ocala find?
La Cuisine in Ocala was most recently inspected on January 27, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has La Cuisine in Ocala ever been shut down?
No, La Cuisine in Ocala has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 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 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.

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