Zaxby's in Ocala
Last inspected:
13451 Sw 17 Ct, Ocala, FL 34473Part of: Zaxbys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Zaxby's in Ocala has accumulated 153 violations across 27 inspections since 2017, averaging 5.7 per visit. The facility was shut down in July 2021 for roach and fly activity, requiring multiple emergency order callbacks before compliance. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Top recurring violations include proper ventilation, outer openings protection, and food contact surfaces.
Most recent closure: July 6, 2021 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Zaxby's in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Zaxby's in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (1)
Zaxby's in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2021031350 | $400.00 | Jul 6, 2021 | Tampa |
Zaxby's in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections8 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections46 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Zaxby's in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Zaxby's in Ocala last inspected?
- Zaxby's in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Zaxby's in Ocala last shut down?
- Zaxby's in Ocala was last shut down on July 6, 2021 for roach & fly 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 Zaxby's in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Zaxby's in Ocala are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Zaxby's in Ocala had?
- Zaxby's in Ocala has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Zaxby's in Ocala find?
- Zaxby's in Ocala was most recently inspected on January 21, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Zaxby's in Ocala ever been shut down?
- Yes, Zaxby's in Ocala has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Zaxby's in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Zaxby's in Ocala has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Zaxby's in Ocala been fined?
- Zaxby's 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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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