Pasco County — Food Safety Records
Pasco County, Florida has 925 food establishments with 17,308 inspections on record. 16 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83.4%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 4.7 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Lunch on Limoges in Dade City, shut down September 2, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $1,100 assessed to Green Tea in Port Richey on October 29, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Pasco County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Pasco County
83.4%
Pass Rate
83.4%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Pasco County
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Pasco County
1.73
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.73
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Pasco County Restaurants: Recent Closures (5)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch on Limoges | Dade City | Rodent activity | |
| Pit Boss Bar B Que & Pub | New Port Richey | Rodent activity | |
| Sam's New York Pizza | New Port Richey | Rodent activity | |
| Subway Restaurants | Port Richey | Rodent, Roach & Fly activity | |
| Pit Boss Bar B Que & Pub | New Port Richey | Rodent & fly activity |
Pasco County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Econo Lodge | Wesley Chapel | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Sweetwater Franchise Group LLC | Zephyrhills | 10 (5 high) | Administrative determination recommended | |
| Sweetwater Franchise Group LLC | Zephyrhills | 4 (1 high) | Emergency Order Callback Time Extension | |
| Kfc/ Taco Bell | New Port Richey | 5 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Bonefish Grill | New Port Richey | 7 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Joeys Ny Pizza | New Port Richey | 9 (1 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Hot Wok 88 | Wesley Chapel | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Medley at Mirada Club | San Antonio | 5 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Bluefin Sushi | Wesley Chapel | 3 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| China Dragon 8 INC | New Port Richey | 6 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Pasco County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 142,656 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 94,386 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 91,647 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 70,785 |
| 12 | Shell stock requirements | 68,785 |
Pasco County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2025 | Green Tea | $1,100 | 3--2025070809 |
| May 5, 2026 | Green Tea | $1,000 | 3--2025089760 |
| Nov 6, 2025 | Burger King #4079 | $800 | 3--2025062057 |
| Jan 5, 2026 | Danny's Bar and Grill | $800 | 3--2025066857 |
| Mar 25, 2026 | Crazy Sushi | $800 | 3--2025090578 |
| Jan 14, 2026 | Pam's Country Rest | $800 | 3--2025089010 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Boulevard Family Restaurant | $800 | 3--2025063117 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Arbys 1310 | $600 | 3--2025051110 |
| May 4, 2026 | Freddie's Restaurant | $600 | 3--2025090550 |
| Mar 25, 2026 | Pam's Country Rest | $600 | 3--2026013685 |
Pasco County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 88 |
| Other fire safety violation | 73 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 54 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 23 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 9 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 6 |
Pasco County: Notable Restaurants
Royal Buffet
48 inspections
607 violations
7 closures
Golden Chopsticks
48 inspections
527 violations
5 closures
Green Tea
56 inspections
884 violations
4 closures
Herschel's Scratch Kitchen
62 inspections
813 violations
3 closures
Grand Sushi Hibachi Buffet
61 inspections
816 violations
2 closures
Dunkin #344077
3 inspections
9 violations
Pasco County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 25 | 1,392 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 19 | 1,053 | 4 |
| Subway | 18 | 959 | 3 |
| Burger King | 12 | 518 | 2 |
| Taco Bell | 11 | 583 | 0 |
| Wendys | 10 | 839 | 0 |
| Chipotle | 8 | 198 | 0 |
| Kfc | 8 | 1,070 | 3 |
| Marcos Pizza | 6 | 460 | 1 |
| Checkers | 6 | 614 | 3 |
Pasco County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Pasco County?
- Pasco County, Florida has 925 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Pasco County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Pasco County is 83.4%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Pasco County this year?
- 16 food establishments in Pasco County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Pasco County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Pasco County are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Pasco County?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Pasco County with 25 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Pasco County?
- Lunch on Limoges in Dade City was shut down on September 2, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does Pasco County compare to the Florida state average?
- Pasco County has a pass rate of 83.4%, which is 2.4 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 4.7 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Pasco County?
- Food establishments in Pasco County have an average of 18.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Pasco County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Pasco County have been assessed $172,125 in fines across 453 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $388 and the largest single fine was $1,900.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Pasco County restaurants?
- 253 fire safety violations have been documented across 160 food establishments in Pasco County. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
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Dade City Lunch Spot Shut Down for Rodent Activity, Third Time in Three Years
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Pasco County Restaurants & Food Establishments (916)
Pizza Suprema
1905 COLLIER PKWY, Lutz
27 inspections · 193 violations · Last: Aug 2026China Star
7812 LAND O'LAKES BLVD, Land O' Lakes
24 inspections · 192 violations · Last: Sep 2026Punta Cana Kitchen
10128 US HWY 19, Port Richey
26 inspections · 190 violations · Last: Oct 2025Bonsai Sushi
1652 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD, Wesley Chapel
25 inspections · 190 violations · Last: May 2026Slice of Life Pizzeria
9123 LITTLE RD, New Port Richey
29 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Jun 2026Christinas Family Restaurant
5821 MAIN ST, New Port Richey
26 inspections · 186 violations · Last: Mar 2026Buffalo Wild Wings
26725 SR 56, Wesley Chapel
30 inspections · 185 violations · Last: Jul 2026Broken Yolk
3350 GRAND BLVD, Holiday
28 inspections · 185 violations · Last: Sep 2026Super China
8663 LITTLE RD, New Port Richey
24 inspections · 184 violations · Last: May 2026Emperors Pasco
2851 US HWY 19 N, Holiday
28 inspections · 184 violations · Last: Jun 2026Eurotaste Grill
2412 LAND O LAKES BLVD #104, Land O' Lakes
34 inspections · 184 violations · Last: Jul 2026Fitzgerald's
5811 NEBRASKA AVE, New Port Richey
26 inspections · 184 violations · Last: Aug 2026Penda
7645 STATE ROAD 54 #B, New Port Richey
23 inspections · 182 violations · Last: May 2026Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar & Grill
38361 COUNTY RD 54 E, Zephyrhills
31 inspections · 181 violations · Last: Jul 2026Chili's Grill & Bar
7643 GALL BLVD, Zephyrhills
25 inspections · 179 violations · Last: Jul 2026Moe's Southwest Grill
28139 PASEO DR STE 105, Wesley Chapel
29 inspections · 178 violations · Last: May 2026Madison Restaurant
4475 MADISON ST, New Port Richey
32 inspections · 178 violations · Last: Sep 2026Hibachi Express
7306 GALL BLVD, Zephyrhills
25 inspections · 177 violations · Last: Jul 2026Hangry Joe's Hot Chicken
5347 GALL BLVD, Zephyrhills
31 inspections · 176 violations · Last: Aug 2026Sweet Krunch Fried Chicken
17788 APRILE DR, Land O' Lakes
19 inspections · 175 violations · Last: Mar 2026