Ocklawaha — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Ocklawaha, Florida has 19 food establishments with 115 inspections on record. The pass rate is 66.7%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 3.2 violations per visit.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

19Facilities
115Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
66.7%Pass Rate
3.2Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Gator Joe's 43 216 3
Big Bob's Restaurant and Pizza 33 147 3
Duck's Dam Diner 21 107 0
Spike's Deli 6 16 0
Ma Barkers 7 8 0

Ocklawaha Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Ocklawaha 66.7% Pass Rate 66.7%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Ocklawaha 3.2 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.2
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Ocklawaha 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Ocklawaha Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
08 Proper hand/arm washing 1,470
23 Chemical properly stored 1,470
01 Management awareness 1,466
12 Shell stock requirements 1,227
31 Clean multi-use utensils 1,227

Ocklawaha Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

7Actions on Record
$4,000Total Fines
$571Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
2Facilities Fined

Ocklawaha Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Ocklawaha has 13 FDACS-regulated facilities with 33 inspections on record and 114 stop-sale orders issued.

13Retail Facilities
33FDACS Inspections
114Stop-Sale Orders
54Orders in 2026

Ocklawaha FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Akram Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:
Akram Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:…
Akram Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:
Akram Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:…
Akram Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:
Akram Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:…
Akram Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements Comments…
Akram Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements Comments…
Akram Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements Comments…
Akram Smoke Shop Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements Comments…

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Ocklawaha FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
6-202.14 Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not 7
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary 4
3-302.12 Working container holding a food or food ingredient that is not readily and 3
4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food 3
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 3

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Ocklawaha Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Dollar General 2 57 2,871

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Ocklawaha: Notable Restaurants

Gator Joe's

Ocklawaha · Most Closures

43 inspections 216 violations 3 closures

Big Bob's Restaurant and Pizza

Ocklawaha · Most Closures

33 inspections 147 violations 3 closures

Duck's Dam Diner

Ocklawaha · Most Inspected

21 inspections 107 violations

Spike's Deli

Ocklawaha · Recently Inspected

6 inspections 16 violations

Ma Barkers

Ocklawaha · Recently Inspected

7 inspections 8 violations

Ocklawaha Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Ocklawaha?
Ocklawaha, Florida has 19 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Ocklawaha?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Ocklawaha is 66.7%. The Florida state average is 86%.
What are the most common health violations in Ocklawaha?
The most frequently cited violations in Ocklawaha are: Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored, Management awareness.
How does Ocklawaha compare to the Florida state average?
Ocklawaha has a pass rate of 66.7%, which is 19.3 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 3.2 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Ocklawaha?
Food establishments in Ocklawaha have an average of 6.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Ocklawaha been assessed?
Food establishments in Ocklawaha have been assessed $4,000 in fines across 7 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $571 and the largest single fine was $800.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Ocklawaha inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Ocklawaha, Florida has 13 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 33 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Ocklawaha?
FDACS has issued 114 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Ocklawaha, including 54 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

Ocklawaha Restaurants & Food Establishments (19)

Gator Joe's 3 closures

12431 SE 135 AVE, Ocklawaha

43 inspections · 216 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Big Bob's Restaurant and Pizza 3 closures

12909 E HIGHWAY 25, Ocklawaha

33 inspections · 147 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Duck's Dam Diner

9685 SE HWY 464C, Ocklawaha

21 inspections · 107 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Spike's Deli

13758 E HWY 25 UNIT 1, Ocklawaha

6 inspections · 16 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Ma Barkers

13575 E HWY 25, Ocklawaha

7 inspections · 8 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Tiki Bar at Gator Joe's

12481 SE 135TH CT, Ocklawaha

5 inspections · 3 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Lake Weir Mart FDACS Retail

13530 E Highway 25, Ocklawaha

FDACS Retail Food

Dollar General # 15605 FDACS Retail

9440 SE Highway 464c, Ocklawaha

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Triple K Cattle & Farms FDACS Retail

10648 SE Highway 464c, Ocklawaha

FDACS Retail Food · Limited Poultry and Egg

Liquor on Lake LLC FDACS Retail

13520 E Highway 25, Ocklawaha

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

The Inn Spot FDACS Retail

13490 E Highway 25, Ocklawaha

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

The Kettle Corn Cabin FDACS Retail

16260 SE 58th PL, Ocklawaha

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Ocklawaha Food Store FDACS Retail

12909 E Highway 25, Ocklawaha

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

The Ice Place FDACS Retail

13451 E Highway 25, Ocklawaha

FDACS Retail Food · Packaged Ice Self Vending

Dollar General # 11649 FDACS Retail

12845 E Highway 25, Ocklawaha

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Wingnutz Tiki Hut LLC FDACS Retail

5000 SE 183rd Avenue RD, Ocklawaha

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Akram Smoke Shop FDACS Retail

590 S Highway 314a, Ocklawaha

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - Hemp

Lakeside Market FDACS Retail

13521 E Highway 25, Ocklawaha

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Ray Qwik King Food Store FDACS Retail

9251 S Highway 314a, Ocklawaha

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice