MARCELINAS
8810 SW HWY 200 #115-116, Ocala FL 34481 · 352.509.7721
Last inspected Apr 14, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Observed two flies in kitchen area.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 3, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Container of Motrin stored on shelf above reach-in cooler across from cook line. Manager removed Motrin during inspection.
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 next to three compartment sink, 0 ppm.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Four packages of salmon stored in reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items stored in reach-in cooler across from cook line: butter (48F - Cold Holding). Manager stated butter placed in cooler thirty minutes prior to temperature being taken. Manager moved butter inside of cooler to reduce temperature to 41F.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet outside of back door.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bowl stored in kitchen hand washing sink. Manager removed bowl during inspection.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Lasagna stored in walk-in cooler, employee stated lasagna removed from freezer the previous day. Employee stated lasagna prepared and placed in the freezer on 3/28.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Dish machine next to three compartment sink.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Four packages of salmon stored in reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on reach-in cooler across from cook line. Manager removed drink during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Container of marinara sauce stored on walk-in freezer floor
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on cook line oven handle. Employee removed tongs during inspection.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Cook line sanitizer bucket, 0 ppm. Manager added bleach to bucket, 50 ppm.
Nov 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 14, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 19 findings ▾
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered kitchen and began handling shredded cheese in kitchen without changing gloves and washing hands. Manager had employee wash hands and change gloves.
Live, small flying insects found Observed two flies in kitchen area.
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Establishment offers salmon undercooked.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 2 packages of salmon stored on cook line.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet outside of back door.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Grater stored in kitchen hand washing sink. Employee removed grater during inspection.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Lasagna with no date mark in walk-in cooler. Manager stated employee removed lasagna from the walk-in freezer the previous day.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of degreaser underneath kitchen dish machine.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard lining dry storage shelf next to kitchen dish machine.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Wiping cloth stored on top of bread stored on prep table next to kitchen hand washing sink. Manager removed cloth during inspection.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 2 packages of salmon stored on cook line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf above prep table next to kitchen hand washing sink. Employee removed drink during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee coat stored on top of packaged noodles on dry storage shelf across from dish machine. Manager removed coat during inspection.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid for container of flour in back of kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach-in freezer across from back door.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on cook line oven. Employee removed tongs during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents above cook line greasy.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Pipe beneath outside mop sink disconnected.
Stored food not covered. Eggplant stored in walk-in freezer. Manager placed cover on eggplant.
Apr 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
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. Dishmachine at 0ppm
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Wrapped Raw beef stored over cheese sticks and raw oyster
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing behind establishment under water heater
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. 3 out of 15 tags no last date mark
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Tag removed from stock in walk-in-freezer
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has mold like substance
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Open cup of coffee on flip-top make table.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up on up in upright reach in freezer
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handle.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wood frame around flip-top make table cooler not sealed.
Aug 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic tiles in kitchen that are not smooth and cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table. Manager removed drink
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Two 2x4 pieces of wood at the end of the flip-top make table cooler are not sealed, smooth or cleanable.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Washed lemons with stickers stored abov3e soft drink cans. Manager had stickers removed and lemons washed
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags not dated.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tile in kitchen is acoustic not smooth and cleanable.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish ( Mahi) labeled indicating product to remain frozen until time of use not open or removed from package.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in reach in freezer in back of kitchen
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not in use stored in mop bucket water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of food removed ( flour) from original container not labelled with name of contents. Manager labeled container
Aug 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles are not smooth and cleanable, they are acoustic tiles.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in reach in freezer
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior back door with no self closing mechanism.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of food removed ( Flour ) from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled container.
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