Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee
Last inspected:
6131 Commercial Way, Weeki Wachee, FL 34606Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee was emergency-closed on November 18, 2025 for rodent activity. The facility has been cited for 73 violations across 23 inspections between 2023 and January 2026, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection. High-priority violations have included employee health policy violations (cited in multiple inspections), proper cooking temperature failures, food contact surface contamination, proper hand and arm washing violations, and management awareness gaps. The facility received a $400 fine from a disciplinary action. The most recent inspection on January 20, 2026 found 3 basic violations related to time as a control and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: November 18, 2025 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee: Comparison to Hernando County Averages
Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee: Emergency Closure History (1)
Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025087462 | $400.00 | Nov 18, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee last inspected?
- Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee last shut down?
- Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee was last shut down on November 18, 2025 for 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 Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee are: Single-use items, Correct procedures, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee had?
- Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee find?
- Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee was most recently inspected on January 20, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee ever been shut down?
- Yes, Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee been fined?
- Mermaid Galley in Weeki Wachee has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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