Port Richey — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Port Richey, Florida has 148 food establishments with 1,771 inspections on record. 6 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 73.4%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $1,100 assessed to Green Tea in Port Richey on October 29, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

148Facilities
1,771Total Inspections
6Closures 2026
73.4%Pass Rate
5Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Golden Chopsticks 48 527 5
Green Tea 56 884 4
Orchids Thai Restaurant 36 334 3
Days Inn & Suites Port Richey 22 59 3
Grand Sushi Hibachi Buffet 57 710 2

Port Richey Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Port Richey 73.4% Pass Rate 73.4%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Port Richey 5 Avg Violations / Inspection 5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Port Richey 4.05 Closures per 100 Facilities 4.05
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Port Richey Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Olive Garden 1149 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Scotty's Pizzeria 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Chiki Churros Dessert Bar #2 0 Call Back - Complied
Antonietta Pizza 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Freddie's Restaurant 8 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Mamma Mia Pizzeria 2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Catches Waterfront Grille 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Regency Residence 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Whiskey River on the Water 8 Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Grille 19 Asian Fusion INC 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Port Richey Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
36 Proper ventilation 13,204
22 Consumer advisory 12,115
23 Chemical properly stored 8,380
14 Food contact surfaces 8,126
08 Proper hand/arm washing 7,439

Port Richey Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

85Actions on Record
$37,315Total Fines
$439Avg Fine
$1,400Largest Fine
34Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Oct 29, 2025 Green Tea $1,100 3--2025070809
Jan 14, 2026 Pam's Country Rest $800 3--2025089010
Nov 3, 2025 Arbys 1310 $600 3--2025051110
Mar 25, 2026 Pam's Country Rest $600 3--2026013685
Oct 20, 2025 Green Tea $400 3--2025035082
Jun 5, 2025 Thai Lanna 2 $400 3--2025033758
Oct 29, 2025 Tian Tian Chinese Restaurant $400 3--2025070250
May 14, 2025 Panera Bread #1448 $400 3--2025033770
Oct 23, 2025 Pam's Country Rest $400 3--2025070093
Aug 7, 2025 Desi Tasty Indian Cuisine $320 3--2025045833

Port Richey Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

34Fire Violations
18Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 22
Other fire safety violation 6
Missing boiler certificate/report 4
Fire extinguisher in red zone 1
Propane tank stored inside building 1

Port Richey Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Port Richey has 73 FDACS-regulated facilities with 149 inspections on record.

73Retail Facilities
149FDACS Inspections

Port Richey FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 9
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing 8
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all 8
6-202.14 Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not 7
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 7

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Port Richey Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
7-Eleven 3 84 2,422
CVS 2 9 882
Walgreens 2 1 743
Wawa 2 14 430
Dollar General 2 57 2,871
Walmart 1 77 608
Aldi 1 2 310
Publix 1 30 875

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Port Richey: Notable Restaurants

Golden Chopsticks

Port Richey · Most Closures

48 inspections 527 violations 5 closures

Green Tea

Port Richey · Most Closures

56 inspections 884 violations 4 closures

Orchids Thai Restaurant

Port Richey · Most Closures

36 inspections 334 violations 3 closures

Grand Sushi Hibachi Buffet

Port Richey · Most Inspected

57 inspections 710 violations 2 closures

Freddie's Restaurant

Port Richey · Recently Inspected

47 inspections 490 violations 2 closures

Antonietta Pizza

Port Richey · Recently Inspected

21 inspections 58 violations

Port Richey: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
McDonalds 2 160 1
Subway 2 117 0
Dunkin 2 116 0
Burger King 1 15 0
Chipotle 1 66 0
Golden Corral 1 32 0
Hooters 1 118 0
Bob Evans 1 156 0
Chilis 1 150 0
Holiday Inn 1 54 0

Port Richey Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Port Richey?
Port Richey, Florida has 148 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Port Richey?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Port Richey is 73.4%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Port Richey this year?
6 food establishments in Port Richey have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Port Richey?
The most frequently cited violations in Port Richey are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Port Richey?
McDonalds has the most locations in Port Richey with 2 establishments.
How does Port Richey compare to the Florida state average?
Port Richey has a pass rate of 73.4%, which is 12.6 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Port Richey?
Food establishments in Port Richey have an average of 12 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Port Richey been assessed?
Food establishments in Port Richey have been assessed $37,315 in fines across 85 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $439 and the largest single fine was $1,400.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Port Richey restaurants?
34 fire safety violations have been documented across 18 food establishments in Port Richey. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Port Richey inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Port Richey, Florida has 73 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 149 inspections on record.

In the News Port Richey

Port Richey Restaurants & Food Establishments (146)

Michelle's Chocolates INC FDACS Retail

9494 US Highway 19, Port Richey

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Take Flight Supply LLC FDACS Retail

10633 us 19, Port Richey

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - Hemp

Racetrac # 0592 FDACS Retail

9932 US Highway 19, Port Richey

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

One Love Lemonade FDACS Retail

7922 Grand Blvd, Port Richey

FDACS Retail Food · Dry Storage

Wawa #5108 FDACS Retail

8519 US Highway 19, Port Richey

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Martini Liquor Wine Tobacco FDACS Retail

11436 US Highway 19, Port Richey

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF