CHECKERS #6312
1239 E SILVER SPRINGS BLVD, Ocala FL 34470 · 352-351-1199
Last inspected Jun 25, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1. One dead fly stuck to deflector plate inside ice machine. 2. 14 dead flies on chemical storage shelf in back of kitchen. 3. 8 dead flies stuck to sides of clean dishes on dish rack in back of kitchen. The manager began washing all dishes and cleaning the dead flies during this inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024065556 | Aug 13, 2024 | Jan 6, 2025 | $600 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jun 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 22, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1. One dead fly stuck to deflector plate inside ice machine. 2. 14 dead flies on chemical storage shelf in back of kitchen. 3. 8 dead flies stuck to sides of clean dishes on dish rack in back of kitchen. The manager began washing all dishes and cleaning the dead flies during this inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. hotdogs (51F, 53F - Cold Holding). Manager stated the hotdogs have been stored inside the cooler overnight and have not been removed today. Manager also stated she had opened the cooler earlier this morning. The cooler door was left cracked open during this inspection. The manager voluntarily discarded the hotdogs during this inspection.
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. Time marks missing from shredded lettuce and sliced tomatoes at front line. Manager stated both are being held using Time as a Public Health Control and they were placed on the line at 10am, then added the proper time marks during this inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Backflow prevention device missing at spigot on wall inside dumpster enclosure.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Four cracked plastic pans on clean dish rack over three-compartment sink.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Lid completely removed from grease receptacle.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Buildup of ice on boxes and wall in walk-in freezer.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Remnants of old labels stuck to two pan lids on clean dish rack.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. 1. Stickers stuck to ceiling above cookline. 2. Floor near back door of kitchen soiled with dirt.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored down inside mop sink. Manager hung the mop to dry during this inspection.
Jan 14, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter added, no back flow preventer installed on one side of the splitter
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice bin at the drive through area with black substance on top back corners of the bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen Ceiling tiles with dust
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with food residue also with mold like substance. At the drive thru window area, soda base soiled.
Aug 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler, cut lettuce 44F, cheese 44F, cheese 52F, manager placed ice
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray cleaner stored above single use gloves, Manager moved.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter added, no back flow preventer install.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents and ceiling with dust.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk-in cooler with ambient air temperature of 54F, Cold holding: cut lettuce 44F, cheese 44F, cheese 52F, manager placed on ice.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lids with cracks.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler shelves soiled, also soda machine at the drive thru area and exterior of microwave soiled. Walk-in cooler gaskets soiled
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Exterior walk-in cooler soiled.
Dec 9, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles with mold like substance, also with some dust and debris.
Sep 24, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter added, no back flow preventer on the hose side (non chemical side of the splitter).
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice bin with mold like substance
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles with mold like substance, also with some dust and debris.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. In Use lids cracked.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At the drive thru area, soda base with mold like substance, also ice cream machine soiled, Manager cleaned during inspection. Also walk-in cooler shelves soiled and with milk like substance.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Near office area, objectionable odor.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. In use and cleaned stacked containers with old stickers.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls with mold like substance
Aug 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 13, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Items stored in walk-in cooler: hamburger (50F - Cooling); chili (47F - Cooling). Manager stated items placed in walk-in cooler the previous day to cool.
Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without properly cooling the food to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Items stored in walk-in cooler: hamburger (50F - Cooling); chili (47F - Cooling). Manager stated items placed in walk-in cooler the previous day to cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items in walk-in cooler: cheesecake batter (48F,47F - Cold Holding); cheese (47F,48F,48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (47F,48F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (49F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items were at proper temperature at 10:30 am. Manager moved items to walk-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Item stored in make line steam table: cheese sauce (110F - Hot Holding). Manager stated cheese sauce was placed in warmer three hours prior to temperature being taken. Manager voluntarily discarded cheese sauce.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Hose side of splitter in mop sink.
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler ambient thermometer reading 26F. Ambient temperature 50F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior top of ice bin in drive thru area soiled with mold-like substance. Interior of microwave on shelf across from cook line grill.
Interference/obstruction with the inspector's right of entry and access at any reasonable time. Manager instructed by manager they could not enter until another manager was present as they were short employees. After 15 minutes manager instructed inspector another manager would be present in 2 or 3 minutes, after 15 minutes another manager arrived on site.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Cover peeling off ceiling tile above three compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent above make line. Venting office area.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk-in cooler ambient temperature 50F.
Drain cover(s) missing. Drain behind dumpster.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket for fry reach-in freezer torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Hamburger reach-in freezer across from cook line grill.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket for fry reach-in freezer across from fryers. Hood vents above cook line fryers.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Containers stored above three compartment sink.
Open dumpster lid. Side door to dumpster open.
Dec 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. At the cook line, cut tomatoes and cut lettuce no time marked, Manager marked.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink near side door, splitter added, no back flow preventer at the non chemical side of the splitter (red hose attached).
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. For one female employee on site.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At the chemical shelf, one spray bottle with purple liquid not labeled, employee discarded.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice bin at the drive thru area with mold like substance on top corners.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opened employee drink on prep table next to bread, Manager discarded.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda machine at the drive thru area soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. In use containers with old residue of stickers.
Aug 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk-in cooler, chili meat 52F, 51F and 50F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler, chili meat 52F, 51F and 50F, also cut lettuce 48F and hot dogs 48F, Manager moved lettuce and hot dogs into ice bath. Observed ice build up behind the unit.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice cream machine nozzle covers soiled, manager removed and cleaned.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. In walk-in cooler, Observed ice build up behind the unit.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Stacked containers above triple sink.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Near back door area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Stacked cleaned container above triple sink with old labels
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