AMY'S ON THE AVENUE
539 N CITRUS AVE, Crystal River FL 34428 · 352-563-2697
Last inspected Apr 9, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022006508 | Jan 20, 2022 | Mar 10, 2022 | $320 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Muffins on display not covered in bakery section. Employee covered.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Housemade Blue Cheese - Dairy (47F - Cold Holding); Housemade Horseradish - Dairy (47F - Cold Holding); Housemade Ranch - Dairy (47F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheddar Cheese (52F - Cold Holding) in mini fridge underneath wait station counter to the right of the handwash sink. Items had been in cooler overnight. Issued stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Housemade Blue Cheese - Dairy (47F - Cold Holding); Housemade Horseradish - Dairy (47F - Cold Holding); Housemade Ranch - Dairy (47F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheddar Cheese (52F - Cold Holding) in mini fridge underneath wait station counter to the right of the handwash sink. Items had been in cooler overnight. Issued stop sale. Operator turned cooler down from 5 to 7.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Shredded Cheese (47F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler near handwash sink in front wait station area. Operator moved to another cooler.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. For Michael, Alana, and Nicolas. Inspector printed and employees signed off on form.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored above reach-in cooler in kitchen. Employee moved.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Accumulation of mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in stock room.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -Front Line -Kitchen Provided Signage to operator, operator posted.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Baked pastries at front counter
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels lining bacon in kitchen area
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over cheeses in make line cooler. Operator moved eggs
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle chemical stored on top of cook line cooler when not in use. Operator moved
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior has sight mold like growth. Operator drained ice to begin cleaning
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator removed
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.