Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey
Last inspected:
6602 Ridge Rd, Port Richey, FL 346686837Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey has accumulated 202 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.1 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent and roach activity. Recent enforcement has intensified, with administrative complaints recommended in three of the past five inspections and emergency orders issued in late 2025. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines, with recurring violations centered on ventilation, consumer advisories, and single-use items.
Most recent closure: November 20, 2025 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey: Comparison to Pasco County Averages
This Facility
6.1
violations / inspection
6.1 violations per inspection
Pasco County Avg
4.76
violations / inspection
4.76 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Pasco County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey: Emergency Closure History (2)
Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026013685 | $600.00 | Jan 27, 2026 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2025089010 | $800.00 | Nov 20, 2025 | Tampa | |
| 3--2025070093 | $400.00 | Sep 15, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 3 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey: FDACS Inspection History (3)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 1 inspection
— Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements
Comments: Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all
permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit
application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also
accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the
processing of your food permit application.
Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative
penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If
you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek
administrative action to suspend food activities.
Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and
Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of
payment type in the memo section of the check or money order.
The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food
safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements
Comments: Request 5112796 Conducted off site fro free mobile permit
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements
Comments: The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety
inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment
in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order
is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,
PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your
food permit application.
Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in
the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit,
which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department
may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey last inspected?
- Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 2, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey last shut down?
- Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey was last shut down on November 20, 2025 for roach & rodent 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 Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey had?
- Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey find?
- Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey was most recently inspected on February 2, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey ever been shut down?
- Yes, Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,800.00 in fines.
- How much has Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey been fined?
- Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey has been fined a total of $1,800.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- When was Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey last inspected?
- Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on November 17, 2025. Inspection type: Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements.
- How many inspections has Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey had?
- Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey find?
- Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey was most recently inspected by FDACS on November 17, 2025 (Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements).
- Has Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- No, Pam's Country Rest in Port Richey has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
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