MICROTEL INN & SUITES
1770 SW 134TH STREET, Ocala FL 34473 · 352-307-1166
Last inspected Dec 5, 2025 · 4 visits since September 2023
SEP 23
FEB 25
DEC 25
— STEADY
3 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 5 live flies near reach in cooler in kitchen area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,120
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2017060939 | Dec 26, 2017 | Apr 25, 2018 | $800 |
| 5--2016048965 | Oct 5, 2016 | Jan 4, 2017 | $320 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Dec 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened yesterday with no date mark in reach in cooler in dining area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Unable to locate quaternary ammonium test strips.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink in kitchen area by triple sink. Manager added towels.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach inside reach in cooler. Manager picked up and discarded.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cabinets under juice dispenser soiled with sticky substance.
Open dumpster lid. One lid on dumpster open.
Apr 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Approximately 5 live flies near reach in cooler in kitchen area.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Tissues next to hand sink. Not able to dry hands with tissue.
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.
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 all employees
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Reach in cooler in kitchen area has a chunk of wood, and tape being used to repair broken shelf.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor under vending machines in dining area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Back wall of reach in cooler in dining area has ice build up on back wall.
Sep 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Cheese opened Saturday with no date mark.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of reach in cooler soiled with food debris in kitchen area. Ice chute in dining area soiled with slimy substance.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Shelf in reach in cooler near triple sink broken and is no longer cleanable.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop inside sugar. Manager removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of cabinet under juice machine soiled with sticky substance.
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.