LA TERRAZZA
18 S MAGNOLIA AVE, Ocala FL 34471 · 3528952535
Last inspected Apr 6, 2026 · 7 visits since April 2024
APR 24
NOV 24
MAY 25
APR 26
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4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Observed: lack of a plan, one was emailed.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025008787 | Nov 15, 2024 | Mar 13, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed: raw shell eggs stored over pudding desserts, downstairs. ALSO, raw eggs over celery on the second floor.
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. Observed: lack of a plan, one was emailed.
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. Observed: lack of proof of any training.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed: all bathroom doors are not self closing., upstairs and downstairs.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed: the pressurized tanks are not secured, downstairs. These were strapped together.
Food stored on floor. Observed: bulk oil on the floor, downstairs.
Nov 16, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 15, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 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. First floor dishmachine at 0ppm CL
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed rodent dropping in the following quantity and in these areas: 15 droppings in the corner of the sports bar kitchen by the stairs going to first floor loft 5 droppings along the stairs going to the dry goods storage area of the first floor loft 10 droppings under the dry goods storage racks in the first floor loft. Manager had employee clean up the droppings Establishment has pest control on notice of issue
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Tags were not dated. Chef dated all the tags
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. No proof of food manager certificate available and not other employee has a food manager certificate
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in kitchen and at bar
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on reach in cooler. Manager removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jackets stored on clean ware rack on first floor. Employee removed jackets and had dishes cleaned
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Male employee on cook line with beard and no beard guard or or restraint. Chef put on. Beard guard and hair restraint
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall at top of stairs to second floor storage area
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On cook line. Chef removed tongs and placed in dishwash area
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop not in use stored in wringing device. Manager hung mop
Apr 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 3, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Approved plans not accurate.
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.