LA QUINTA INN & SUITES #988
3530 SW 36TH AVE, Ocala FL 34474 · 3528611137
Last inspected Nov 20, 2025 · 9 visits since July 2023
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Item stored in reach-in cooler across from kitchen hand washing sink. Employee stated battery had been in counter waffle maker for three hours. Employee placed waffle batter in reach-in freezer to 41F. Manager stated going forward waffle batter would be held using time as a public health control.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Item stored in reach-in cooler across from kitchen hand washing sink. Employee stated battery had been in counter waffle maker for three hours. Employee placed waffle batter in reach-in freezer to 41F. Manager stated going forward waffle batter would be held using time as a public health control.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee purse stored on kitchen hand washing sink. Employee moved purse during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No soap or hand towels at kitchen hand washing sink. Employee provided soap and hand towels.
Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches in glue trap on kitchen counter. Employee discarded glue trap during inspection.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep counter across from three compartment sink.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Kitchen light fixture in front of door to dining area.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 809 N MAGNOLIA AVE, Ocala — this licence has since moved.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Single-service articles improperly stored. To go containers and single service boxes on floor.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 809 N MAGNOLIA AVE, Ocala — this licence has since moved.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 809 N MAGNOLIA AVE, Ocala — this licence has since moved.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
Recorded at 809 N MAGNOLIA AVE, Ocala — this licence has since moved.
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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. Manager does not have food handler certificates for wife at time of inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 809 N MAGNOLIA AVE, Ocala — this licence has since moved.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device or soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in kitchen area.
Ceiling tile missing. In kitchen area
Food stored on floor. Two cans of gravy on kitchen floor
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Around juice nozzles has build up of sticky substance.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. No certificate provided J058132 - ex03/18/2023 and J058133 - ex03/18/2023
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 809 N MAGNOLIA AVE, Ocala — this licence has since moved.
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