DOG HOUSE 2
6261 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa FL 34446 · 3524194116
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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DEC 24
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MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed digital copy to operator
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023020240 | Mar 27, 2023 | Apr 27, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and raw beef stored over ready-to-eat condiments in reach-in cooler in kitchen. Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef and raw pork stored above ready-to-eat frozen products in reach in freezers. Operator corrected.
Employee beverage container stored on handwash sink. Employee removed.
Dec 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beef (119F - Hot Holding); Chicken (117F - Hot Holding) in steam table operator started to reheat. Discussed proper holding temperature.
Oct 9, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beef (119F - Hot Holding); Chicken (117F - Hot Holding) in steam table operator started to reheat. Discussed proper holding temperature.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No certified food manager for establishment. Discussed requirements with operator. Missing for Jerry and Shaun.
Sep 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cut Lettuce (48F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream; Chicken Salad (56F - Cold Holding); Sloppy Joe (56F - Cold Holding) in two door lift top reach-in cooler across from grill on cook line. Operator moved to another cooler to cool product down.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beef (119F - Hot Holding); Chicken (117F - Hot Holding) in steam table operator started to reheat. Discussed proper holding temperature.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No certified food manager for establishment. Discussed requirements with operator. Missing for Jerry and Shaun.
Jun 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Establishment is licensed for 25 seats, currently has 92 seats
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed digital copy to operator
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment is licensed for 25 seats, currently has 92 seats
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment is licensed for 25 seats, currently has 92 seats
Jun 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Establishment has 87 seats, currently licensed for 25. Establishment is on septic and well. No seating change submitted. Provided operator seating change Evaluation form. Operator states she has a septic permit, unable to provide document at time of inspection
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment has 87 seats, currently licensed for 25. Establishment is on septic and well. No seating change submitted. Provided operator seating change Evaluation form. Operator states she has a septic permit, unable to provide document at time of inspection
Apr 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Establishment has 87 seats, currently licensed for 25. Establishment is on septic and well. No seating change submitted. Provided operator seating change Evaluation form. Operator states she has a septic permit, unable to provide document at time of inspection
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Items stored in hand sink. Operator removed
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment has 87 seats, currently licensed for 25. Establishment is on septic and well. No seating change submitted. Provided operator seating change Evaluation form. Operator states she has a septic permit, unable to provide document at time of inspection
Food stored on floor. Hot sauce bottles on floor, pickle bucket on floor in Walk-in-Cooler, deep fryer oil on floor in kitchen operator removed
Reach-in cooler on cook line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Dec 15, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing near men's room door, in women's room
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment has 87 seats, currently licensed for 25. Establishment is on septic and well. No seating change submitted. Provided operator seating change Evaluation form.
Floor behind/under three compartment sink in bar area soiled/has accumulation of debris.
No hot running water at mop sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Freezer portion of white reach in cooler on cooks line interior soiled
Walk-in beer cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors in walk in beer cooler.
Oct 11, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing near men's room door, in women's room
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment has 87 seats, currently licensed for 25. Establishment is on septic and well. No seating change submitted. Provided operator seating change Evaluation form.
Floor behind/under three compartment sink in bar area soiled/has accumulation of debris.
No hot running water at mop sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -floor fans in prep area and on cooks line soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Freezer portion of white reach in cooler on cooks line interior soiled
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. "Do Not Use" sign hung on urinal in men's room
Walk-in beer cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors in walk in beer cooler.
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.