Tasty Bowl in Ocala
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2575 Sw 42 St Unit 108, Ocala, FL 34471Tasty Bowl, a 20-seat permanent food service establishment in Ocala, has accumulated 246 violations across 25 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.8 violations per inspection — nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has been emergency-closed twice for roach activity, including closures on December 27, 2022 and March 18, 2016. High-priority violations have been recurring throughout the record: proper hand and arm washing violations appeared in 8 inspections, employee health policy violations in 5 inspections, chemical storage violations in 4 inspections, and consumer advisory violations in 5 inspections. The facility has also been subject to 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. The most recent inspection on February 17, 2026 documented 33 violations (3 high-priority, 2 intermediate, 9 basic) and was completed with no further action, though a prior inspection on October 28, 2025 prompted an administrative complaint recommendation.
Most recent closure: December 27, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tasty Bowl in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Tasty Bowl in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (2)
Tasty Bowl in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023008610 | $400.00 | Dec 27, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2016015560 | $400.00 | Mar 18, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Tasty Bowl in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections30 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Tasty Bowl in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tasty Bowl in Ocala last inspected?
- Tasty Bowl in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Tasty Bowl in Ocala last shut down?
- Tasty Bowl in Ocala was last shut down on December 27, 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 Tasty Bowl in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tasty Bowl in Ocala are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Tasty Bowl in Ocala had?
- Tasty Bowl in Ocala has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tasty Bowl in Ocala find?
- Tasty Bowl in Ocala was most recently inspected on February 17, 2026 with 14 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tasty Bowl in Ocala ever been shut down?
- Yes, Tasty Bowl in Ocala has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Tasty Bowl in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tasty Bowl in Ocala has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Tasty Bowl in Ocala been fined?
- Tasty Bowl in Ocala has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 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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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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