Taylor County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Taylor County, Florida has 89 food establishments with 686 inspections on record. 3 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 89.5%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 3.5 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Fusion Buffet in Perry, shut down April 7, 2026 for roach activity.

Largest fine: $200 assessed to Deals Famous Oyster House LLC in Perry on December 1, 2025.

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

89Facilities
685Total Inspections
3Closures 2026
89.5%Pass Rate
3.5Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessCityInspectionsViolationsClosures
3 Nelsons Burgers & Wraps LLC Perry28 196 1
Old Mexico Mexican Restaurant Perry25 181 1
Fusion Buffet Perry23 142 1
Johnson's Bakery Perry26 115 1
New Cj Supreme Buffet Perry28 296 0

Taylor County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Taylor County 89.5% Pass Rate 89.5%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Taylor County 3.5 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Taylor County 3.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 3.37
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Taylor County Restaurants: Recent Closures (3)

DateBusinessCityReason
Fusion Buffet PerryRoach activity
3 Nelsons Burgers & Wraps LLC PerryRodent activity
Old Mexico Mexican Restaurant PerryRoach activity

Taylor County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessCityViolationsResult
Casa Grande Perry0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Casa Grande Perry0 Call Back - Complied
Fusion Buffet Perry0 Call Back - Complied
3 Nelsons Burgers & Wraps LLC Perry3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Taylor County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Taylor County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

7Actions on Record
$1,640Total Fines
$273Avg Fine
$400Largest Fine
7Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Dec 1, 2025 Deals Famous Oyster House LLC $200 6--2025046819
Apr 27, 2026 Holiday Inn Express Hotels and Suites $120 6--2026024188
Apr 27, 2026 Fusion Buffet $0 6--2026024662

Taylor County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

18Fire Violations
8Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 13
Other fire safety violation 5

Taylor County 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. Taylor County has 51 FDACS-regulated facilities with 160 inspections on record and 380 stop-sale orders issued.

51Retail Facilities
160FDACS Inspections
380Stop-Sale Orders
40Orders in 2026

Taylor County FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityCityProductReason
Fast-freddys-establishment-395111-395111 PerryBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Fast-freddys-establishment-395111-395111 PerryBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Fast-freddys-establishment-395111-395111 PerryBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Fast-freddys-establishment-395111-395111 PerryBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Fast-freddys-establishment-395111-395111 PerryBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Fast-freddys-establishment-395111-395111 PerryBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Fast-freddys-establishment-395111-395111 PerryBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Fast-freddys-establishment-395111-395111 PerryBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Fast-freddys-establishment-395111-395111 PerryBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Fast-freddys-establishment-395111-395111 PerryBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling

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Taylor County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Taylor County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Dollar General 4 57 2,871
Family Dollar 1 316 950
Walgreens 1 1 743
CVS 1 9 882
Dollar Tree 1 9 1,084
Save-A-Lot 1 36 399
Chevron 1 283 1,145

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Taylor County: Notable Restaurants

Taylor County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Holiday Inn 1 39 0
Popeyes 1 35 0
Hardees 1 90 0
Pizza Hut 1 85 0
Taco Bell 1 40 0
Hampton Inn 1 61 0
McDonalds 1 76 0
Subway 1 35 0
Burger King 1 83 0
Kfc 1 88 0

Taylor County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Taylor County?
Taylor County, Florida has 89 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Taylor County?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Taylor County is 89.5%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Taylor County this year?
3 food establishments in Taylor County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Taylor County?
The most frequently cited violations in Taylor County are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Taylor County?
Holiday Inn has the most locations in Taylor County with 1 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Taylor County?
Fusion Buffet in Perry was shut down on April 7, 2026 for roach activity.
How does Taylor County compare to the Florida state average?
Taylor County has a pass rate of 89.5%, which is 3.5 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 3.5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Taylor County?
Food establishments in Taylor County have an average of 7.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Taylor County been assessed?
Food establishments in Taylor County have been assessed $1,640 in fines across 7 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $273 and the largest single fine was $400.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Taylor County restaurants?
18 fire safety violations have been documented across 8 food establishments in Taylor County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Taylor County 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. Taylor County, Florida has 51 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 160 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Taylor County?
FDACS has issued 380 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Taylor County, including 40 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

In the News Taylor County

Taylor County Restaurants & Food Establishments (88)

Dollar General Store #22431 FDACS Retail

4154 S Byron Butler Pkwy, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Sea Hag Marina FDACS Retail

322 S Riverside DR, Steinhatchee

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet w/Limited Food Service

Maddie's Market FDACS Retail

815 1ST AVE, Steinhatchee

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Dollar General # 12056 FDACS Retail

1650 N Jefferson ST, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Frosty Pelican Snowcones & More FDACS Retail

3380 MA Dixon RD, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

105 Cafe & Coffee FDACS Retail

105 E Ellis ST, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Heming's Way 1st & 8th Coffee FDACS Retail

715 1st Ave, Steinhatchee

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Waco Food Store # 0002 FDACS Retail

2717 S Byron Butler Pkwy, Perry

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

Dollar General # 0614 FDACS Retail

2028 S Jefferson ST, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Autozone #10078 FDACS Retail

2171 S BYRON BUTLER PKWY, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Culture Fresh FDACS Retail

705 S Byron Butler Pkwy, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Walgreens # 12578 FDACS Retail

2117 S Byron Butler Pkwy, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Stop & Shop FDACS Retail

1610 S Byron Butler Pkwy, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Mahi9 INC FDACS Retail

3525 N US 221, Perry

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

Horseweeks Seafood FDACS Retail

19485 Jody Morgan RD S, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Other Seafood Processing

Vw Walmart Supercenter 5172 FDACS Retail

1900 S Jefferson ST, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Los Hermanos Shaved Ice FDACS Retail

700 Super Pufft Dr, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)

William Padgett FDACS Retail

210 Industrial Park DR, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Other Crustacean (Crayfish, etc)

Ice Storm LLC FDACS Retail

2070 S Jefferson ST, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Packaged Ice Self Vending

Mama Copen's Kitchen FDACS Retail

114 W GREEN ST, Perry

FDACS Retail Food · Food Service