Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake
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4555 W Hwy 318, Orange Lake, FL 32681Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake has experienced serious and escalating compliance problems. The 60-seat permanent food service facility recorded 33 inspections and 175 total violations between 2016 and January 2026, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection — slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2 but with a critical difference in violation severity and recurrence. The facility was emergency-closed once on March 14, 2022 for roach activity. A disciplinary action in the enforcement history resulted in $760 in fines.
The violation pattern reveals systemic management failures concentrated in high-priority areas. Employee health policy violations appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections, including violations on October 21, 2025 and May 6, 2025. Hand washing violations, shell stock handling failures, and improper chemical storage were documented in at least three separate inspections. Most significantly, an October 21, 2025 routine inspection identified 36 violations including three high-priority findings (employee health policy, time as control for potentially hazardous foods, and consumer advisory failures) — a single-inspection violation count more than six times the statewide average. That inspection resulted in a Warning Issued disposition. Most recent inspections show mixed compliance: a January 29, 2026 routine inspection resulted in Call Back - Complied with zero violations, but December 30 and October 22 inspections each documented three violations with extensions pending on callback.
Most recent closure: March 14, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake: Emergency Closure History (1)
Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $760.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2022014902 | $760.00 | Mar 14, 2022 | Jacksonville |
Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 8 inspections43 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake last inspected?
- Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 15, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake last shut down?
- Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake was last shut down on March 14, 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 Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake?
- The most frequently cited violations at Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake are: Shell stock requirements, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake had?
- Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake find?
- Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake was most recently inspected on April 15, 2026 with 14 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake ever been shut down?
- Yes, Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake 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 V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- 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.
- Has Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $760.00 in fines.
- How much has Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake been fined?
- Eagles Nest Cafe in Orange Lake has been fined a total of $760.00 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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