Zaxby's in Ocala
Last inspected:
3351 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34475Part of: Zaxbys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Zaxby's in Ocala was emergency-closed on August 2, 2021 for rodent activity. Over 21 inspections from 2022 through July 2025, the facility accumulated 105 violations, averaging 5.0 per inspection — at the statewide benchmark. High-priority violations were frequent, appearing in 11 of the 21 inspections. Employee health policy violations (sick worker reporting and hand washing) were cited in at least 5 inspections. Chemical storage violations appeared in at least 3 inspections. Shell stock and parasite destruction violations were cited repeatedly across multiple years. A complaint-based inspection on August 12, 2024 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation. A separate disciplinary action resulted in a $560 fine. Fire safety violations involving portable fire extinguisher gauge readings were documented in 2016 and 2017. The most recent inspection on July 29, 2025 identified 22 violations including three high-priority findings (employee health policy, chemical storage, and consumer advisory) and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: August 2, 2021 for rodent 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: $560.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2021037573 | $560.00 | Aug 2, 2021 | Tampa |
Zaxby's in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Zaxby's in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
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 July 29, 2025. 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 August 2, 2021 for 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 Zaxby's in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Zaxby's in Ocala are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Zaxby's in Ocala had?
- Zaxby's in Ocala has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below 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 July 29, 2025 with 14 violation(s), including 3 high-priority 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Zaxby's in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Zaxby's in Ocala has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- 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 $560.00 in fines.
- How much has Zaxby's in Ocala been fined?
- Zaxby's in Ocala has been fined a total of $560.00 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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