Pasco County — Food Safety Records
Pasco County, Florida has 884 food establishments with 17,026 inspections on record. 16 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83.5%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 4.7 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Pit Boss Bar B Que & Pub in New Port Richey, shut down August 7, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
Largest fine: $1,100 assessed to Green Tea in Port Richey on October 29, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Pasco County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Pasco County
83.5%
Pass Rate
83.5%
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
1.81
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.81
Florida Average
2.02
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.02
Pasco County Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hungry Howie's Pizza & Subs | Dade City | 4 (1 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Chili's Grill & Bar | Odessa | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Bubbaques | Dade City | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway | Dade City | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chipotle Mexican Grill of Colorado LLC | New Port Richey | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Burger King 27010 | New Port Richey | 8 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Blaze Pizza #1356 | New Port Richey | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Five Guys | Zephyrhills | 1 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Wendy's 13185 | Land O' Lakes | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Estuary | New Port Richey | 4 | 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 |
| Mar 25, 2026 | Crazy Sushi | $800 | 3--2025090578 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Boulevard Family Restaurant | $800 | 3--2025063117 |
| Nov 6, 2025 | Burger King #4079 | $800 | 3--2025062057 |
| Jan 5, 2026 | Danny's Bar and Grill | $800 | 3--2025066857 |
| Jan 14, 2026 | Pam's Country Rest | $800 | 3--2025089010 |
| Mar 25, 2026 | Pam's Country Rest | $600 | 3--2026013685 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Arbys 1310 | $600 | 3--2025051110 |
| May 4, 2026 | Freddie's Restaurant | $600 | 3--2025090550 |
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
45 inspections
598 violations
7 closures
Golden Chopsticks
48 inspections
527 violations
5 closures
Green Tea
56 inspections
884 violations
4 closures
Grand Sushi Hibachi Buffet
60 inspections
799 violations
2 closures
Herschel's Scratch Kitchen
60 inspections
787 violations
3 closures
Checkers Drive in Restaurant
33 inspections
177 violations
1 closures
Pasco County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
Pasco County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Pasco County?
- Pasco County, Florida has 884 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 83.5%. 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?
- Pit Boss Bar B Que & Pub in New Port Richey was shut down on August 7, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
- How does Pasco County compare to the Florida state average?
- Pasco County has a pass rate of 83.5%, which is 2.2 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 19.3 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 $171,525 in fines across 450 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $389 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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Pasco County Restaurants & Food Establishments (875)
Bonefish Grill
10750 SR 54, New Port Richey
25 inspections · 128 violations · Last: Apr 2026Hungry Harry's Famous BBQ
3116 LAND O LAKES BLVD, Land O' Lakes
25 inspections · 128 violations · Last: Apr 2026Pub 52
7306 SR 52, Hudson
23 inspections · 127 violations · Last: Jan 2026Texas Roadhouse #325
26409 SILVER MAPLE PKWY, Wesley Chapel
28 inspections · 127 violations · Last: Aug 2026Brick Oven Pizzeria
9945 TRINITY BLVD STE 109, New Port Richey
22 inspections · 127 violations · Last: Aug 2026Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey
9524 N US HWY 19, Port Richey
25 inspections · 127 violations · Last: Apr 2026All American Cheesesteaks and Subs
9837 SR 52, Hudson
30 inspections · 126 violations · Last: Nov 2025Lattitude28
4148 ROWAN RD, New Port Richey
22 inspections · 126 violations · Last: Jun 2026E Sushi
13537 STATE ROAD 54, Odessa
15 inspections · 126 violations · Last: May 2026Wendy's #2078
2328 RADEN DR, Land O' Lakes
27 inspections · 126 violations · Last: Apr 2026New York New York Pizza Wesley Chapel
3757 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD, Wesley Chapel
25 inspections · 126 violations · Last: May 2026Olio
14121 7TH ST, Dade City
24 inspections · 124 violations · Last: Mar 2026Sam's Gyro and Seafood
13135 US-301, Dade City
22 inspections · 123 violations · Last: Aug 2026Saddlebrook Conference Center
5700 SADDLEBROOK WAY, Wesley Chapel
19 inspections · 122 violations · Last: Dec 2025Whiskey Joes Bar & Grill - Port Richey INC
7835 BAYVIEW ST, Port Richey
24 inspections · 122 violations · Last: Jun 2026Craft Street
3216 LITTLE ROAD, New Port Richey
25 inspections · 122 violations · Last: Jun 2026Best of Philly Cheese Steak Hous 4u
2321 SEVEN SPRINGS BLVD, New Port Richey
26 inspections · 120 violations · Last: Apr 2026B&b Theatres the Grove 16 at Wesley Chapel
6333 WESLEY GROVE BLVD, Wesley Chapel
24 inspections · 120 violations · Last: Aug 2026Ruby Tuesday #7147
8512 RIDGE RD, New Port Richey
29 inspections · 120 violations · Last: May 2026Wendy's #00934
12011 US 19 N, Hudson
27 inspections · 119 violations · Last: Aug 2026