CEDAR RIVER SEAFOOD OF INVERNESS INC
804 US HWY 41 S, Inverness FL 34450 · 352-341-2278
Last inspected Jan 22, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly on wall in hand wash sink area of cook line 8 live flies on bag in a box soda soda rack and boxes
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $680
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026006801 | Jan 20, 2026 | May 19, 2026 | $680 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jan 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dust. Hood filters at cook line above fryers
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 20, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 29 violations recorded, 10 high priority.
10 High priority3 Intermediate16 Basic
Show 29 findings ▾
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed server touch cut lettuce and tomatoes for salad with bare hands
Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly on wall in hand wash sink area of cook line 8 live flies on bag in a box soda soda rack and boxes
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Hush puppies and chips in bins lined with paper towels in front line area
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server handled soiled dishes then handled to go containers without hand wash. Discussed with server who washed hands.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Snapper, mahi mahi and ahi tuna fully thawed in reduced oxygen package
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. crab stuffing (50F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. crab stuffing (50F - Cold Holding) in ice bin on cook line area. Operator states they do not have documented temperature monitoring. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. hush puppies (120F - Hot Holding) at front line. Operator states they were cooked approximately 20 minutes ago. Operator voluntarily discarded.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Air freshener stored over plates on dish rack. Operator removed air freshener from rack.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Cloth bucket over 200ppm in kitchen. Operator added water 100ppm.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Soap and sponges in hand wash sink in dish machine area. Operator removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 chemical spray bottles on top of dish machine. Operator labeled.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water shut off at hand wash sink in dish machine area. Operator turned hot water on 100F.
Bathroom facility not clean. Men's restroom
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee restroom in dish machine area of kitchen
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Snapper, mahi mahi and ahi tuna fully thawed in reduced oxygen package. Packaging states fish needs to removed from packaging before being thawed.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on light switch box next to vertical cooler in front line area. Operator cleaned and sanitized the area.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Handle of fryer basket
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverages on dish rack in kitchen. Employees removed drinks.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups in beverage station
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Employee restroom off the kitchen area by dish machine. Operator mopped floors and eliminated standing water.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. Accumulation of black/ mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in men's restroom
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dust. Hood filters at cook line above fryers
Stored food not covered. Multiple cases of food in walk in freezer. Operator covered food.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms stored over pickles in walk in cooler. Operator moved mushrooms to bottom shelf.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from pipe under hand wash sink in cook line area
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor In kitchen. Operator placed sanitizer bucket on top of an empty bucket.
Oct 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels lining hush puppies container
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Seared tuna dated 10/10. See stop sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Seared tuna dated 10/10
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Red snapper, mahi mahi, salmon
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink in dish machine area storing soap and steel wool. Operator removed items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to ice machine. Operator filled dispenser.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. John Cam Tamera Zander Aiden Hanna Keara Miranda Emily Kimberlee Jeanna Libbe Jesse Maddie Kailey
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Red snapper, mahi mahi, salmon in cook line area. See stop sale.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior area around soda nozzles soiled
Stored food not covered. Pasta in walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated mold like substance. Wall behind and under dish machine soiled
Jun 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 5, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found 3 live flies on cutting board in prep area. Operator moved cutting board to dish machine area to be washed. 1 live fly in dish machine area 1 live fly in walk in freezer area
Non-food grade paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels used in containers to drain oil from fried food product.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Mahi Mahi, grouper thawed in reduced oxygen package
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shrimp (49F - Cold Holding) in ice by stove area at cook line. Operator set out from walk in cooler at 10:30am. Operator moved to freezer to rapidly chill. stuffed mushrooms (49F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. Operator states door was propped open for an extended period of time. Operator voluntarily discarded.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 food handling employees on shift at the time of the inspection
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand wash sinks in ice machine and server areas. Paper towel dispensers jammed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple chemical spray bottle in dish machine area
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin on beverage drink machine.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. Mahi mahi Grouper
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food at cook line
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups in beverage area
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Employee restroom, area in front of restroom off dish machine area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors and wall under dish machine area heavily soiled
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Employee restroom area due to standing water
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. In server area
Sep 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 19, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 live flies prep kitchen area 1 fly landed on cooking pot, manager moved to dish wash area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk in cooler: 54F ribeye walk in 3 lbs 54F frog legs 15 2 Lobster tails Clams strips 53F 5lbs Calmari 53F 5 lbs 15 cartons Raw shell eggs 54F Lettuce 54F 2 bags 55F buttermilk 2 half gallon 40 slices of cheese 54F 13 Stuffed crabs Past 7 days labeled 09/09 Ambient air temperature of walk in cooler 54F, no temperatures taken this morning. Cooler reach in kitchen: lettuce 55F 1.5 lbs Sour cream 46F moved to another working cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in 54F ribeye walk in 3 lbs stop sale New York strips 56F moved to freezer 54F frog legs 15 stop sale Lobster tails stop sale Clams 53F stop sale 5lbs Calmari 53F stop sale 5 lbs Eggs 54F stop sale 54F15 cartons raw shell 53F cocktail sauce Lettuce 54F 2 bags stop sale 55F buttermilk 2 half gallon stop sale 40 slices of cheese stop sale 54F stop sale Ambient air cooler of walk in cooler 54F temperature no ambient temperature taken this morning Cooler reach in kitchen: Stop sale lettuce 55F 1.5 lbs Sour cream 46F moved
Sep 18, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 51oz New England clam chowder.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook touched dirty apron and shirt twice even after it was discussed the first time.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Cook touched customer food without gloves two separate times, even after discussing the importance of handwashing and wearing gloves with manager and cook.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 live flies prep kitchen area 1 fly landed on cooking pot, manager moved to dish wash area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. 13 Stuffed crabs Past 7 days labeled 09/09, see stop sale. Walk in cooler
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk in cooler: 54F ribeye walk in 3 lbs 54F frog legs 15 2 Lobster tails Clams strips 53F 5lbs Calmari 53F 5 lbs 15 cartons Raw shell eggs 54F Lettuce 54F 2 bags 55F buttermilk 2 half gallon 40 slices of cheese 54F 13 Stuffed crabs Past 7 days labeled 09/09 Ambient air temperature of walk in cooler 54F, no temperatures taken this morning. Cooler reach in kitchen: lettuce 55F 1.5 lbs Sour cream 46F moved to another working cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in 54F ribeye walk in 3 lbs stop sale New York strips 56F moved to freezer 54F frog legs 15 stop sale Lobster tails stop sale Clams 53F stop sale 5lbs Calmari 53F stop sale 5 lbs Eggs 54F stop sale 54F15 cartons raw shell 53F cocktail sauce Lettuce 54F 2 bags stop sale 55F buttermilk 2 half gallon stop sale 40 slices of cheese stop sale 54F stop sale Ambient air cooler of walk in cooler 54F temperature no ambient temperature taken this morning Cooler reach in kitchen: Stop sale lettuce 55F 1.5 lbs Sour cream 46F moved
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. French fries 115F manager placed in fryer 1st temp, manager placed in fryer. Unable to get second temp.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cooking utensils in soiled container in prep area. Manager moved to dish area.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. No asterisk on consumer advisory to indicate ahi tuna served raw.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. ROP fish being thawed on cook line without removing from packaging. Still in temperature, manager stated she would have staff open packages.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting with dishes stacked in wait staff area and in dish area. Manager had staff move dishes in wait staff area to dish area for wash.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Draining from dumpster attracting breeding of flies. Manager will call city.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf in dish area with cleaned food storage containers rusted and soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls soiled with black substance near dish area.
Feb 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Robert M. Jim V.
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher in cook line area
Feb 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. flounder filets (67F - Cold Holding); crab stuffing (57F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding) In cook line area on ice in buckets. Operator states no temperatures have been taken today
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. flounder filets (67F - Cold Holding); crab stuffing (57F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding) In cook line area on ice in buckets. Operator states no temperatures have been taken today
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in reach in cooler at server station. Operator dated.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Whisk in hand wash sink at cook line Sponge in hand wash sink in dish machine area
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Operator had employee sign during inspection
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Robert M. Jim V.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Salmon in cook line area
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher in cook line area
Sep 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Paper towels used to drain excess oil from fried foods
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Hush puppy batter made with egg, operator time marked it being placed on time at 11:20am.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink in dish machine area storing dish soap and steel wool. Operator removed items from sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in dish machine area. Employee refilled dispenser.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Multiple types of thawed fish in reduced oxygen packaging at cook line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs from oven door handle
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Multiple soiled dry cloths on prep table under service window in kitchen. Employee removed.
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