Zephyrhills — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Zephyrhills, Florida has 168 food establishments with 1,704 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 82.8%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 4.4 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Burger King #4079 in Zephyrhills on November 6, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Buffet | 45 | 598 | 7 |
| Taco Amigo | 39 | 327 | 4 |
| Piccola Italia Restaurant | 36 | 183 | 3 |
| Great Catch | 38 | 342 | 2 |
| 2 Minutes | 38 | 297 | 2 |
Zephyrhills Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Zephyrhills
82.8%
Pass Rate
82.8%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Zephyrhills
4.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Zephyrhills
0.6
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.6
Florida Average
1.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.37
Zephyrhills Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piccola Italia Restaurant | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Best Thai & Sushi | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Saigon Cafe | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Mesa Latina Cuisine Restaurant | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Parkway Bar & Grill | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Bubbakoo's Burritos | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Links of Lake Bernadette | 6 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Dunkin Donuts | 1 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Sweetwater Franchise Group LLC | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Zephyrhills Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 13,753 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 13,062 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 9,086 |
| 12 | Shell stock requirements | 6,913 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 5,907 |
Zephyrhills Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 6, 2025 | Burger King #4079 | $800 | 3--2025062057 |
| Jun 16, 2025 | El Patron Food Truck | $400 | 3--2025039446 |
| Jun 25, 2025 | Plaza Mexico Restaurant Bar & Grill | $200 | 3--2025042918 |
| Dec 10, 2025 | Sugar Shack | $200 | 3--2025082097 |
| Jan 12, 2026 | Links of Lake Bernadette | $160 | 3--2025083977 |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Sandwichly | $160 | 3--2025075075 |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Bushel Stop Market LLC | $160 | 3--2026015296 |
Zephyrhills Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 9 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 4 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 1 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
| Other fire safety violation | 1 |
Zephyrhills 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. Zephyrhills has 82 FDACS-regulated facilities with 211 inspections on record and 11 stop-sale orders issued.
Zephyrhills 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.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gemstone-gh-LLC-429609 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Gemstone-gh-LLC-429609 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Morales-drink-co-LLC-421966 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Claims Comments: Stop Order placed on… | |
| Morales-drink-co-LLC-421966 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Claims | |
| Z Smokeshop | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved s… | |
| Z Smokeshop | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved s… | |
| Z Smokeshop | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved s… | |
| 7-eleven-store-37745a-383316 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Shannons-produce-nursery-317442 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Starbucks-386329 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterat… |
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Zephyrhills FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Zephyrhills Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7-Eleven | 5 | 84 | 2,422 |
| Dollar General | 5 | 57 | 2,871 |
| CVS | 2 | 9 | 882 |
| Dollar Tree | 2 | 9 | 1,084 |
| Save-A-Lot | 2 | 36 | 399 |
| Charleys Philly Steaks | 1 | 12 | 102 |
| Planet Fitness | 1 | 0 | 89 |
| The Hemp Dispensary | 1 | 14 | 18 |
Zephyrhills: Notable Restaurants
Royal Buffet
45 inspections
598 violations
7 closures
Taco Amigo
39 inspections
327 violations
4 closures
Piccola Italia Restaurant
36 inspections
183 violations
3 closures
Great Catch
38 inspections
342 violations
2 closures
Mesa Latina Cuisine Restaurant
17 inspections
76 violations
Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe
26 inspections
92 violations
Zephyrhills: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 2 | 96 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 2 | 62 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 67 | 2 |
| Chilis | 1 | 178 | 0 |
| Jersey Mikes | 1 | 53 | 0 |
| Panera Bread | 1 | 107 | 1 |
| Subway | 1 | 48 | 0 |
| Village Inn | 1 | 290 | 1 |
| Beef O Bradys | 1 | 134 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 1 | 36 | 0 |
Zephyrhills Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Zephyrhills?
- Zephyrhills, Florida has 168 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Zephyrhills?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Zephyrhills is 82.8%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Zephyrhills this year?
- 1 food establishments in Zephyrhills have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Zephyrhills?
- The most frequently cited violations in Zephyrhills are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Zephyrhills?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Zephyrhills with 2 establishments.
- How does Zephyrhills compare to the Florida state average?
- Zephyrhills has a pass rate of 82.8%, which is 3.2 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 4.4 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Zephyrhills?
- Food establishments in Zephyrhills have an average of 10.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Zephyrhills been assessed?
- Food establishments in Zephyrhills have been assessed $31,840 in fines across 71 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $448 and the largest single fine was $1,900.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Zephyrhills restaurants?
- 16 fire safety violations have been documented across 12 food establishments in Zephyrhills. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Zephyrhills 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. Zephyrhills, Florida has 82 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 211 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Zephyrhills?
- FDACS has issued 11 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Zephyrhills, including 2 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.
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Zephyrhills Restaurants & Food Establishments (166)
Sr 54 Coffee & Tea FDACS Retail
36950 State Road 54, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSZ - Smoke Shop FDACS Retail
35231 FL 54, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - HempAutozone #3640 FDACS Retail
32822 Eiland Blvd, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF7-eleven #16533a FDACS Retail
38544 5th Ave, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSCircle K # 5977 FDACS Retail
36516 Eiland Blvd, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSCorrys Artisan Chocolate Mobile FDACS Retail
7920 Wheatstone Dr, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)Uncle Phil's Awesome Snow Shaved Ice, LLC FDACS Retail
5033 9th ST, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile VendorThe Wellness Lab Fl FDACS Retail
6118 Fort King RD, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store w/FSTj Maxx # 1194 FDACS Retail
7326 Gall Blvd, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFPucker & Pop LLC FDACS Retail
5850 19th ST, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile VendorSave-a-lot of Greater Tampa FDACS Retail
36538 State Road 54, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · SupermarketBushel Stop Market LLC FDACS Retail
6520 Fort Kind Rd #B, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSThe Home Depot # 8929 FDACS Retail
32715 Eiland Blvd, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFVw Family Dollar 8782 FDACS Retail
1103 STATE ROAD 54, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterHigher Up Smoke Shop FDACS Retail
36751 State Road 54, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFVrushal 3525 LLC FDACS Retail
3525 Gall Blvd, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceFrito Lay # 44910 FDACS Retail
5849 Dean Dairy RD, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Dry StorageDollar General Store #20360 FDACS Retail
38965 CR 54, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesStarbucks FDACS Retail
7010 Gall Blvd, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food ShopsCvs Pharmacy # 00651 FDACS Retail
37943 Eiland Blvd, Zephyrhills
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables