Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford
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4059 Thomas St Unit A01, Oxford, FL 34484Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford has a problematic inspection record marked by recurring high-priority violations across five inspections since January 2024. The facility averaged 4.0 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2, but the pattern and severity of findings raise concerns. High-priority violations have appeared in four of the five inspections, including proper hand and arm washing violations cited in both the May 2025 and May 2023 inspections, shell stock requirements violations appearing in three separate inspections, and approved food source violations also cited three times. The December 2024 inspection documented high-priority violations in management awareness, toxic substance control, consumer advisory protocols, and time as a control measure—indicating systemic gaps across multiple food safety domains. Most recently, on December 5, 2025, an inspection found nine violations including high-priority citations for approved food source and shell stock requirements, though the disposition was Inspection Completed - No Further Action. The facility has not been emergency-closed and no disciplinary actions are on record.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford: Comparison to Sumter County Averages
Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford: Full Inspection History — DBPR (6)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford last inspected?
- Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford?
- The most frequently cited violations at Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford are: Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford had?
- Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford has had 6 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford find?
- Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford was most recently inspected on May 19, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford ever been shut down?
- No, Candelaria Eatery & Cafe in Oxford has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
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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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