Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala
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7119 N Us Hwy 441, Ocala, FL 344751215Sam's St Johns Seafood #3 in Ocala has a severe and deteriorating compliance record. The facility was emergency-closed on May 15, 2019 for roach and rodent activity. Across 32 inspections, it has accumulated 289 violations, averaging 9.0 per inspection — more than 70 percent above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines.
High-priority violations are pervasive and recurring. Chemical storage violations appeared in at least 5 of the last 8 inspections. Employee health reporting violations were cited on multiple occasions, including a violation documented in February 2025. Consumer advisory violations — failures to inform customers of potential food safety risks — were found in 7 of the last 8 inspections, indicating a pattern of management awareness failures. Allergen awareness violations appeared in the two most recent inspections. Shell stock handling violations, critical for a seafood establishment, were documented in October 2025 and July 2024.
The most recent inspection on February 9, 2026 identified 48 violations — the highest violation count in the recent record — including 7 high-priority violations: allergen awareness, management awareness, toxic substance control, chemical storage, and consumer advisory violations. The inspection disposition was "Administrative complaint recommended," signaling formal state enforcement action. A prior callback inspection on December 16, 2025 showed compliance, but this was immediately followed by the February spike. The February 2025 inspection also prompted an administrative complaint recommendation and included 6 high-priority violations.
Most recent closure: May 15, 2019 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (1)
Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019028148 | $400.00 | May 15, 2019 | Orlando |
Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections32 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections35 violations · 26 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala last inspected?
- Sam's St Johns Seafood #3 in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 9, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala last shut down?
- Sam's St Johns Seafood #3 in Ocala was last shut down on May 15, 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 Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sam's St Johns Seafood #3 in Ocala are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala had?
- Sam's St Johns Seafood #3 in Ocala has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala find?
- Sam's St Johns Seafood #3 in Ocala was most recently inspected on February 9, 2026 with 28 violation(s), including 7 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sam's St Johns Seafood #3 in Ocala has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sam's St Johns Seafood #3 in Ocala has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sam's St Johns Seafood #3 in Ocala has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Sam's St Johns Seafood in Ocala been fined?
- Sam's St Johns Seafood #3 in Ocala has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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