Northgate Diner in Ocala

Last inspected:

3541 Ne Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL 34479
Overview

Northgate Diner in Ocala has accumulated 256 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 8 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent and roach activity. State records show five disciplinary actions recommended between 2022 and 2025, with the most recent in February 2025 citing 16 violations including 8 high-priority items. Top recurring violations include shell stock temperature requirements, employee health reporting, and protecting outer openings from pests.

Most recent closure: September 16, 2019 for roach & rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

35Inspections
279Violations
2Closures
1Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Northgate Diner in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages

This Facility 8 violations / inspection 8 violations per inspection
Marion County Avg 5.45 violations / inspection 5.45 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Marion County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

Northgate Diner in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Northgate Diner in Ocala
DateReasonReopened
Roach & rodent activity 15:42:00
Rodent activity 08:12:00

Northgate Diner in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Northgate Diner in Ocala
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2019049117 $400.00 Sep 16, 2019 Tampa

Northgate Diner in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 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. Propane tank stored inside exterior food storage shed. Manager removed the propane tank from the area during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

Northgate Diner in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)

— 3 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 20 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections28 violations · 14 high priority
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections30 violations · 22 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Northgate Diner in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Northgate Diner in Ocala last inspected?
Northgate Diner in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 1, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Northgate Diner in Ocala last shut down?
Northgate Diner in Ocala was last shut down on September 16, 2019 for roach & rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Northgate Diner in Ocala?
The most frequently cited violations at Northgate Diner in Ocala are: Shell stock requirements, Employee health reporting, Outer openings protected.
How many health inspections has Northgate Diner in Ocala had?
Northgate Diner in Ocala has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Northgate Diner in Ocala find?
Northgate Diner in Ocala was most recently inspected on May 1, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Northgate Diner in Ocala ever been shut down?
Yes, Northgate Diner in Ocala has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Northgate Diner in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Northgate Diner in Ocala has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Northgate Diner in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Northgate Diner in Ocala has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Northgate Diner in Ocala been fined?
Northgate Diner in Ocala has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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