DUNNELLON GRILL
20430 E PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Dunnellon FL 34432 · 352-744-0531
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 31 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 06/01/2024.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Egg mix on time but not time marked. Egg mix had been prepared 90 minutes earlier.
Food stored on floor. Box of bread on floor f walk-in-freezer. employee placed on shelf
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in walk-in-freezer behind cooling unit and on the floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. House made Cole slaw dressing not labeled. Cook labeled
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 8, 2025Call 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
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine chlorine 0ppm. Inspector instructed manager to discontinue the use of the dishwasher machine for sanitization and utilize the three-compartment sink to sanitize dishes until the dishwasher machine is repaired. Inspector also instructed manager to use the three-compartment sink to sanitize all dishes that have been sanitized using the dishwasher machine today.
Oct 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. On shelf inside walk-in cooler: chili (50F - Cooling Overnight). Manager stated the chili was cooked the previous day and placed into the walk-in cooler to cool. Ambient temperature inside walk-in cooler is 54F. Stop sales issued.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine chlorine 0ppm. Inspector instructed manager to discontinue the use of the dishwasher machine for sanitization and utilize the three-compartment sink to sanitize dishes until the dishwasher machine is repaired. Inspector also instructed manager to use the three-compartment sink to sanitize all dishes that have been sanitized using the dishwasher machine today.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Pan containing wrapped portions of raw pork stored on shelf directly above container of ice cream inside walk-in freezer. Manager moved the raw pork to the bottom shelf during this inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 1. Inside refrigerated make-table at cookline: sliced cheese (53F - Cold Holding). Employee at cookline stated the cheese has been stored inside the cooler overnight and has not been removed from refrigeration today. Stop sale issued. chili (50F - Cooling Overnight). Manager stated the chili was cooked the previous day and placed into the walk-in cooler to cool. Ambient temperature inside walk-in cooler is 54F. Stop sales issued. 2. On shelf inside walk-in cooler: sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); buttermilk (50F - Cold Holding); buttermilk (51F - Cold Holding); hamburger meat (51F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (54F ambient - Cold Holding). Manager stated all items have been held inside unit overnight. Ambient temperature inside walk-in cooler is 54F. Stop sales issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Inside refrigerated make-table at cookline: sliced cheese (53F - Cold Holding). Employee at cookline stated the cheese has been stored inside the cooler overnight and has not been removed from refrigeration today. Stop sale issued. 2. On shelf inside walk-in cooler: sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); buttermilk (50F - Cold Holding); buttermilk (51F - Cold Holding); hamburger meat (51F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (54F ambient - Cold Holding). Manager stated all items have been held inside unit overnight. Ambient temperature inside walk-in cooler is 54F. Stop sales issued.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee at front counter rinsed ice cream scoop in handwash sink behind front counter.
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. Ambient temperature inside walk-in cooler 54F. Multiple stop sales issued on foods stored inside unit. Manager called a repair technician during this inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Two employees working with drink cups on prep table beside deli slicer at cookline. Employees removed drink cups from top of prep table during this inspection.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Two employees working with food at cookline while wearing watches and/or bracelets on wrists.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several cracked floor tiles throughout kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Area around nozzle of lemonade at fountain machine in lobby soiled with mold-like substance.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box containing single-use trays stored directly on floor in dry storage closet. Manager removed box from floor during this inspection.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Wrench and screwdriver stored on top of prep table near cookline. Manager removed tools from table during this inspection.
Feb 11, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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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. Employee at cookline pulled up pants with both gloved hands, then touched top of head with gloved hand, then handled a large clean bowl at cookline. Inspector stopped employee and had him wash hands and put on new gloves before continuing to work at cookline.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 06/01/2024.
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certified food manager certificate unavailable for manager Mitchel Atkinson. Mitchel was present during the last inspection and should have obtained certified food manager certificate within 30 days of being put into a management position.
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/ Four employees working in kitchen without a certified food manager present. Inspector observable four employees handling food during this inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink cup on top shelf at cookline above bottles containing sauce. Employee removed cup from shelf during this inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several cracked floor tiles in kitchen near three-compartment sink.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Section of wall removed in warewash area near dish machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Buildup of ice on floor in back of walk-in freezer.
Wood surface not properly sealed. Unsealed plywood on wall in kitchen near walk-in cooler.
Aug 30, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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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. Employee at cookline handled a grilled hamburger bun with bare hand. Inspector had employee place the bun back onto the grill and heat the bun to 166F.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 06/01/2024.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pan containing ice cream scoop stored inside handwash sink at front counter. Employee at front counter rinsed ice cream scoop inside handwash sink.
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. Two employees working at front counter without food handler training and have not signed the employee health reporting agreement. Manager stated both employees have been employed less than 60 days.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle on side of three-compartment sink containing degreaser missing label. Manager added proper label during this inspection.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach on floor in server station near fountain sodas. Manager swept area during this inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several cracked and/or missing floor tiles in kitchen near walk-in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on floor in back of walk-in freezer. Manager broke up and swept ice during this inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Area around nozzles of fountain machine in server station soiled with mold-like substance. Manager cleaned area during this inspection.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box containing foam takeout containers stored directly on floor in storage closet. Manager removed box from floor during this inspection.
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two spray bottles containing degreaser missing labels on shelf in kitchen above three-compartment sink. Manager added proper labels during this inspection.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two co2 tanks not secured inside storage shed behind establishment. Manager secured co2 tanks during this inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink cup stored on shelf above make-table at cookline. Manager placed drink cup on lower shelf of prep table away from food during this inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee aprons hanging on corner of clean dish rack near three-compartment sink. Employee phone stored on top of microwave at cookline. Manager removed both from areas during this inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked floor tiles throughout kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Fluorescent tube lights not shielded on ceiling in kitchen near three-compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwash sign at handwash sink behind front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Area around nozzles of fountain machine in server station soiled with mold-like substance.
Jul 19, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 06/2023. Manager renewed license during this inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Inside make-table across from grill: Canadian bacon (46F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding). Employee stated both were placed into the make table two hours prior from the walk-in cooler where they were stored below 41F. Employee placed both into the walk-in freezer, where they cooled to 40F during this inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Deflector plate inside ice machine soiled with black substance in server station.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle co training bleachmissing label hanging on shelf near dish machine. Manager added proper label during this inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee keys stored on top of cans of food in kitchen near cookline. Manager removed keys from on can during this inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic pans wet nested on shelf in kitchen near three-compartment sink. Drink cups in server station near fountain machine wet nested.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents above grill soiled with grease. Area around nozzles of fountain machine in server station soiled with mold-like substance.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of napkins stored on floor inside dry storage area. Manager placed box of napkins on a crate off the floor during this inspection.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Outside of hood above grill soiled with grease. Walls in kitchen near grill soiled with grease.
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