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MCALISTER'S DELI 1319

3930 SW 42 ST STE 110, Ocala FL 34474 · 352.690-7783

Last inspected Nov 13, 2025 · 5 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats154
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA5202690
Grade history
JUL 23
OCT 24
SEP 25
NOV 25
≈ ERRATIC

4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Reach-in cooler at the cook line, pork date marked 09/09/25.
High priority/01B-24-5
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $760

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
5--2020055658Oct 20, 2020May 26, 2021$400
5--2014053188Dec 3, 2014Jan 15, 2015$360

Inspection history

5 visits, newest first

Nov 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. In reach-in cooler and walk-in cooler chicken and pork date marked for a total of eight days.
High priority/02C-01-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Reach-in cooler at the cook line, pork date marked 09/09/25.
High priority/01B-24-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler at the cook line, roast beef 48F, corn 45F manager moved to freezer temperature dropped to 41F.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. For seven employees.
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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. For seven employees
Intermediate/11-26-1
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. No date of birth for four employees
Intermediate/53B-10-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Near mop sink.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach-in cooler gaskets and soda base at the front counter.
Basic/23-03-4
Oct 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At the cook line (service window) cheese in ice bath 61F, per employee cheese pulled out from refrigerator at 10:15, per employee all items discarded around 1:00-2:00pm. Inspector provided a digital copy of time as a public health control form. Employee time marked the cheese.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink near office area, blocked by carts and shelves, manager moved.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. For one male employee at the cook line.
Intermediate/53B-02-5
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap and no paper towels in sink at the entrance of the office, manager provided
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Ice bucket on floor next to dish machine.
Basic/10-14-5
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At the front counter area, both ice bins with ice scoop handle touching the ice, manager moved.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach-in cooler at the front counter area, shelves soiled also with mold like substance.
Basic/22-16-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach-in cooler at the front counter with standing water
Basic/29-49-6
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. At the front counter area, container with sugar not labeled, manager labeled
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Jul 21, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Male employee adjusted glasses with gloved hand and continued to plate food without washing hands. Female employee touched eye then picked up plates of food to serve to customers without washing hands. Female employee touched face then continued to touch silverware without washing hands. Male employee adjusted glasses and continued to touch single service items without washing hands.
High priority/12A-25-4/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Case of crackers on counter under soap dispenser at front counter. Moved during this inspection.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Missing for one employee. Employee signed agreement during this inspection.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Wall tiles missing in ladies room. Cabinets at front counter have holes and are in disrepair.
Basic/36-51-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Two drinks on prep table over small cups in kitchen area. Moved during this inspection.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Several employees wearing watches, bracelets and rings.
Basic/13-07-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Heavy slimy black/white substance around doors of reach in cooler under pass thru window.
Basic/23-03-4

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.