Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills
Last inspected:
5002 Mission Square Lane, Zephyrhills, FL 33542Rick's Cafe in Zephyrhills has been emergency-closed twice for roach activity (November 2019) and roach and fly activity (August 2021). The facility has accumulated 135 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection—at the statewide average—but with a concerning pattern of recurring high-priority violations. Employee health policy violations (handwashing, employee reporting, management awareness) appeared in at least 8 of the most recent 8 inspections, along with repeated consumer advisory and chemical storage citations. The facility has incurred $1,200 in fines through 2 disciplinary actions. The most recent inspection on March 3, 2026 documented 12 violations including high-priority employee health policy, shell stock requirements, and toxic substance control violations, with disposition Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Most recent closure: August 24, 2021 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills: Comparison to Pasco County Averages
Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills: Emergency Closure History (2)
Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021040527 | $800.00 | Aug 24, 2021 | Tampa | |
| 3--2019058783 | $400.00 | Nov 15, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale |
Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections15 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills last inspected?
- Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills last shut down?
- Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills was last shut down on August 24, 2021 for roach & fly 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 Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills had?
- Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills find?
- Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills was most recently inspected on March 3, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills been fined?
- Ricks Cafe in Zephyrhills has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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