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Citrus County, Florida, Restaurants With The Most Violations in October 2026

State records showed that the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation conducted restaurant inspections at 49 Citrus County eateries in the last 30 days, and the results give local diners plenty to chew on. Thirty-nine restaurants passed on their first visit, while 10 failed to meet standards initially. Some of those spots needed follow-up inspections before they could keep serving food.

Citrus County, FL · 23h
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Gary Smith

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Marion County, FL, Restaurants with the Most Violations in October 2026

If you ate out in Marion County, Florida, this past October, you will want to know which kitchens had the most trouble during their recent restaurant inspection. State records showed that the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation conducted inspections at 105 restaurants in Marion County in the last 30 days. The good news is that 64 establishments passed on their first visit. The bad news is that 41 restaurants failed to meet standards initially, with some requiring follow-up inspections before meeting food-serving standards.

Marion County, FL · 10d
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ROACHES, RODENTS & MORE: Six Central Florida eateries shut down over health problems

ORLANDO, Fla. – Last week, six more Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down (at least temporarily) after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records. These records show the reported eateries experienced violations like rodent droppings, roaches, and storage issues, among others. Nearly all of...

Orlando, FL · 1d
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Along The Withlacoochee, Stumpknockers Has Been Frying Catfish The Same Way Since The 1960s

Some Florida restaurants chase trends. Others stay put beside a river and let the trends drive right past them on the highway. In Dunnellon, a small town known for clear springs and slow water, there is a riverside spot where the catfish plate has been a steady habit for generations of local families. People drive an hour or more to get there, and some come back the very next day for dessert.

Dunnellon, FL · 1d
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Dog the Bounty Hunter has made Ocala his new home

Duane Chapman, who is best known as “Dog the Bounty Hunter,” has officially relocated to Ocala, becoming the city’s newest celebrity resident. Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano confirmed Chapman’s residency on Monday, Nov. 9, after hosting the television personality and his wife, Francie Chapman, at his office.

Ocala, FL · 2d

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Inspector busts Cody’s for serving ‘Gulf’ shrimp from India and ‘Maryland’ crab from China

An inspector found something fishy on the menu at Cody’s Original Roadhouse in The Villages after discovering the restaurant’s regional seafood specialties were actually being shipped in from across the globe. The restaurant located in Brownwood was hit with an administrative complaint following an inspection this week prompted...

The Villages, FL · 13d

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Roaches, raw beef on lasagna prompt temporary closure of Ocala pizza restaurant

An Ocala pizzeria was temporarily closed late last week after state health inspectors discovered live roaches, roach egg sacs, and food cross-contamination issues. Pronto Pizza was ordered to temporarily shut down operations at its location within Churchill Square (303 SE 17th Street) in Ocala on Friday, Nov. 6. According to...

Ocala, FL · 2d

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This Underrated Florida Restaurant Serves The Best All-You-Can-Eat Country Buffet You’ll Ever Taste

Florida has been keeping a delicious secret in Alachua, and that secret goes by the name of Brown’s Country Buffet. It’s the kind of all-you-can-eat country buffet that makes you reconsider every dining decision you’ve made in the past several years. Here’s something worth thinking about.

Florida · 7d

Ocala Star Banner

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State inspectors temporarily closed two Ocala restaurants

You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name . Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring warnings or administrative action, visit our Marion County restaurant inspections site . Here's the breakdown for recent health inspections in Marion County, Florida, for the week of Nov. 2-8, 2026. Please note that some more recent, follow-up inspections may not be included here. Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as a 'snapshot' of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. For full restaurant inspection details, visit our Marion County restaurant inspection site . Which Marion County restaurants got perfect scores on their health inspections? These restaurants met all standards during their Nov. 2-8 inspections and no violations were found. Archie's , Mobile food

Ocala, FL · 1d

Gary Smith

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A Marion County, FL, Darrell's Diner was cited for 9 violations and was issued a warning

A state licensing inspection in Marion County found nine violations at Darrell's Diner, 4409 NW Blitchton Rd in Ocala, and the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation ordered a follow-up review of the local eatery.

Marion County, FL · 9d

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Florida's Top Chicken Sandwich Earned Guy Fieri's Seal Of Approval

A Gainesville, Florida chicken restaurant has earned high marks from Guy Fieri and customers alike for its towering and tasty chicken sandwiches.

Gainesville, FL · 1d

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This Florida Clam Chowder Moved On From Cedar Key, and It Is Still Worth the Drive

A free taste of clam chowder waits for first-timers at one tiny Florida seafood spot. One spoonful, and the bowl you never planned to order suddenly feels absolutely mandatory. The chowder behind that sample is New England style, creamy, and packed with clams and potatoes. It finishes with a small...

Florida · 9d

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Where to eat on Thanksgiving Day in Gainesville

Not everyone wants to spend Thanksgiving Day cooking, and fortunately, plenty of Gainesville-area restaurants will do the work for you. From traditional turkey and stuffing to pizza, dim sum and Indian food, here are some local spots open for the holiday. Covey Kitchen + Cocktails 352-565-3536 Covey Kitchen , located inside Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida, 1514 SW 14th St., is serving a holiday buffet from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. featuring a variety of dishes, including pan-seared fish, roasted turkey, braised short ribs, collard greens, stuffing, mac & cheese, assorted desserts and more. The cost is $55 per person and $30 for children 12 and younger. Haile Village Bistro 352-378-0721 Haile Village Bistro, 5323 SW 91st Terrace, Gainesville, will serve a selection of holiday favorites, including roast beef, ham, turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, candied yams, stuffing and more. The cost is $49 for adults and $39 for children. Seatings begin at 10:45 a.m. Call for reservations. Great Outdoors Restaurant 386-454-1288 The Great Outdoors Restaurant , 65 N. Main St. in High Springs, will be open Thanksgiving Day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Thanksgiving buffet is $45 for adults and $22.50 for children under 10.

Gainesville, FL · 1d

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How Does a Tiny Cafe in Micanopy, Florida Bake Pies Big Enough to Share Across Town?

Strawberry rose frosting on a brownie. Pecan pie baked into a bar you can hold in one hand. That’s the kind of menu a sleepy little bakery in north central Florida quietly turns out five days a week. The building looks modest from the road, with a front porch...

Micanopy, FL · 2d

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Gainesville Gets a New Game Day Destination: Meltwich Bar & Grill Brings Bold Flavours and Sports Bar Energy to the Community

Known for its indulgent comfort food and creative takes on classic favourites, Meltwich brings a fresh twist to the traditional sports bar experience. From juicy burgers and crispy wings to loaded fries, Philly cheese steaks, and signature grilled cheese melts, the menu offers something for every craving. Located in the...

Gainesville, FL · 1d

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People Drive From All Over Florida For The Legendary Wings At This Music-Themed Restaurant

There are exactly two types of people in Florida: those who have eaten at Mojo’s Food. Music. Soul. in Ocala, and those who are about to. If you’ve never made the drive to Ocala specifically for wings, you haven’t truly lived the Florida experience. That might sound...

Florida · 2d

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Wild Horses, Bison and Gators Share This Florida Trail Like a Safari Close to Home

A herd of bison roams free on a Florida prairie. Wild Spanish horses graze nearby, and alligators sun themselves just off an elevated boardwalk. I had to read that twice. This is the same state known for beaches and theme parks, yet here is a sweeping grassland that looks borrowed from the Great Plains.

Florida · 12h

The Gainesville Sun

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‘Super slammed’: Brewing Thoughts sees surge after Streatery opens

Less than a week after the city’s long-awaited Streatery opened, downtown coffee shop Brewing Thoughts has already felt the effects, with its co-owner describing business as “super slammed.” With a blanket of stars overhead and strands of dimly lit orange and blue string lights illuminating the plaza, several Gainesville city commissioners, officials and Alachua County Commissioner Marihelen Wheeler cut the ribbon Nov. 6, ending a more than six-year wait for a project first conceived during the COVID-19 pandemic to expand outdoor dining. The Streatery, which stretches along Southwest First Avenue between Southwest Second Street and South Main Street, converts the former roadway into a walkable pedestrian plaza with overhead string lighting, new landscaping, enhanced tree canopies and upgraded stormwater drainage infrastructure. Construction crews began fencing off sections of Southwest First Avenue on April 13. The Nov. 6 ribbon cutting marked the end of nearly seven months of construction and the completion of another effort to create more pedestrian-friendly spaces downtown. Businesses along the Streatery include The Bull, Loosey’s, Capone’s, Nest + Nibble, Lor Kebab and Brewing Thoughts. Brewing Thoughts co-owner Titan Wojciak, a UF electrical engineering student, told The Sun on Nov. 9 that he and his girlfriend and fellow

Gainesville, FL · 20h

Alachua Chronicle

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Eat Like It Matters: Thanksgiving Edition to be held on Nov. 14

Thanksgiving Edition brings fresh food, live music, and a turkey giveaway to GRASSROOTS PROVISION + RELIEF KITCHEN on Saturday, November 14 The post Eat Like It Matters: Thanksgiving Edition to be held on Nov. 14 appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

Gainesville, FL · 16h

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Josh Wells Wins At the Florida 4-H Tailgate Grilling Contest

Josh Wells earned 1st place at the 2026 Florida 4-H Tailgating Contest. He applied a Mediterranean Lemon Yogurt marinade to chicken before grilling and serving it to the judging panel. While prepping and grilling, Josh was also evaluated on his knowledge of food and grilling safety practices and on how he applied and practiced these techniques.

Gainesville, FL · 16h