Hungry Howie’s in Old Town
Last inspected:
25861 Se Us Hwy 19, Old Town, FL 32680Hungry Howie's in Old Town has accumulated 105 violations across 27 inspections since 2017, averaging 3.9 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent activity, most recently in November 2024 when inspectors returned for three consecutive days and found non-compliance on the first callback. Fire safety records include two citations for portable fire extinguishers in the red zone. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. Top recurring violations include improper cleaning of multi-use utensils, misuse of single-use items, and ventilation problems.
Most recent closure: November 20, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hungry Howie’s in Old Town: Comparison to Dixie County Averages
Hungry Howie’s in Old Town: Emergency Closure History (2)
Hungry Howie’s in Old Town: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025008054 | $400.00 | Nov 20, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2021008147 | $400.00 | Feb 17, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Hungry Howie’s in Old Town: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Hungry Howie’s in Old Town: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 4 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Hungry Howie’s in Old Town: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Hungry Howie’s in Old Town under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between November 20, 2024 and November 22, 2024. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Hungry Howie’s in Old Town last inspected?
- Hungry Howie’s in Old Town was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 31, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Hungry Howie’s in Old Town last shut down?
- Hungry Howie’s in Old Town was last shut down on November 20, 2024 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 Hungry Howie’s in Old Town?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hungry Howie’s in Old Town are: Clean multi-use utensils, Single-use items, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Hungry Howie’s in Old Town had?
- Hungry Howie’s in Old Town has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hungry Howie’s in Old Town find?
- Hungry Howie’s in Old Town was most recently inspected on October 31, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Hungry Howie’s in Old Town ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hungry Howie’s in Old Town has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Hungry Howie’s in Old Town had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Hungry Howie’s in Old Town has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Hungry Howie’s in Old Town faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hungry Howie’s in Old Town has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Hungry Howie’s in Old Town been fined?
- Hungry Howie’s in Old Town 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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