Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala
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816 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471Ocala Downtown Diner has accumulated 166 violations across 32 inspections since 2017, averaging 5.2 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated violations and callbacks between 2022 and 2025, with administrative complaints recommended on four separate occasions. The most frequently cited violations involve proper sewage disposal, consumer advisories, and employee health reporting.
Most recent closure: October 21, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (2)
Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 4 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 9 inspections39 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala last inspected?
- Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 30, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala last shut down?
- Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala was last shut down on October 21, 2022 for roach 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 Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala had?
- Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala find?
- Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala was most recently inspected on December 30, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ocala Downtown Diner in Ocala has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
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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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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