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CORNER KITCHEN

353 NE 2 ST, Crystal River FL 34429 · 352-794-3857

Last inspected Mar 10, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats25
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1901429
Grade history
FEB 24
AUG 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
MAR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 13 live flies in 3 compartment sink area
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2023021855Mar 31, 2023Jun 19, 2023$400

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Mar 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 6, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
12 live small flying insects found near three compartment sink/dry storage area and near trash cans. Operator started to clean area and eliminate flies.
High priority/35A-02-7/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Mar 6, 2026 · Observed 8 live small flying insects in dry storage area and rack containing onions. Operator placed onions in container and started to clean and sanitize area. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Mar 3, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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12 live small flying insects found near three compartment sink/dry storage area and near trash cans. Operator started to clean area and eliminate flies.
High priority/35A-02-7/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Ice buildup in vertical reach-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed deli meat and deli cheeses portioned in reach-in cooler without date marking in cooler since Friday. Operator started to label.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test kit expired 2024
Intermediate/16-37-1
Food stored on floor. Cans on floor in dry storage area
Basic/08B-38-4
Aug 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 13 live flies in 3 compartment sink area
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Milk and creamer in reach in cooler by front counter
Basic/08B-49-4/Warning
Feb 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Baked goods at front counter not covered/protected
High priority/08B-02-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken, whole shell eggs over cooked shrimp, produce in reach in cooler. Operator moved
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Items stored in white reach in cooler not dated
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Jul 5, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator states books have been ordered and have not arrived.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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. Provided operator with DBPR HR Forms 5030-103 and 5030-104. Operator printed and signed during inspection
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Box of dried cranberries near dry storage area. Operator moved.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. White single door reach in cooler near cook line area
Basic/22-16-4

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.