MR KING
471 1 TERR NE, Crystal River FL 34429 · 352.564.2488
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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JUL 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 54 points better than where it started.
Time Extended - Observed 12 rodent droppings at at time of callback inspection in wait station area, warewashing area, and dry storage area. High Priority
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,900
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025033814 | Mar 21, 2025 | May 29, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2018061771 | Nov 5, 2018 | Dec 21, 2018 | $1,100 |
| 3--2018039759 | Jul 23, 2018 | Oct 19, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 02/01/2026. Operator had renewed at time of callback inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink in rear of kitchen near walk-in cooler. Operator placed hand soap.
Cosmetics/toiletries stored with food, clean equipment and utensils, clean linens or single-service items. Employee burn relief lotion stored on shelf above steam table area on cook line. Operator removed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles on cook line in disrepair. Discussed with operator importance of repairing. Certain areas of the floor have accumulation of food debris on cookline and in warewashing area.
Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored above ready-to-eat vegetables in reach-in cooler on cook line. Employee moved.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fresh Garlic in Oil Mixture (87F - Cold Holding) stored on cart in front of cook line. Operator moved to freezer for rapid cooling. Discussed item being a time/temperature control for safety food item.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable used to cut vegetables in prep area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout kitchen underneath equipment and in walk-in cooler. Certain sections of kitchen tile not smooth and easily cleanable.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of grease and food debris along cook line underneath cooking equipment.
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored on prep table. Employee moved.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw comminuted pork stored over raw shrimp in walk-in cooler. Operator moved and stored correctly.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink in rear of kitchen blocked with boxes. Operator moved and made handwash sink accessible.
Jun 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw scallops and shrimp in walk-in cooler. Operator moved and stored correctly.
Mar 22, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 21, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Observed: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over ready-to-eat krab rangoon filling in walk-in cooler at time of callback Priority: High Priority
Time Extended - Observed 12 rodent droppings at at time of callback inspection in wait station area, warewashing area, and dry storage area. High Priority
Mar 21, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored over ready-to-eat krab rangoons not in commercially sealed packing in reach-in freezer on cook line. Employee moved and stored correctly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over ready-to-eat krab rangoon filling and raw shell eggs stored over box of egg rolls and cooked noodles in walk-in cooler.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 30 rodent droppings in warewashing area, dry storage area, and wait station area throughout establishment. Operator had employees start to clean and sanitize areas.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two cans of room air freshener spray stored on shelf above to go boxes in side hallway area. Container of medicine improperly on dry storage shelf in kitchen above stored cans. Employees moved.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink in back storage area near walk-in cooler blocked with boxes and bucket of raw meat stored on top of a box. Operator had employee move items to make accessible. As a repeat violation, the importance of compliance was discussed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in back storage area near walk-in cooler. Operator placed.
No soap provided at handwash sink in back storage area near walk-in cooler. Operator placed.
Objectionable odors in women's bathroom.
Feb 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Emailed digital copy to operator
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler floor
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen area
Dec 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented cans present. See stop sale. Soy sauce
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. Emailed digital copy to operator
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bin of tools stored in hand wash sink in storage area. Operator removed.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in walk in cooler including cooked meats and noodles
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water shut off at hand wash sink in storage area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler floor
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen area
Food stored on floor. Bag of carrots on walk in cooler floor
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed snow peas stored over cooked chicken in walk in cooler
Apr 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 cans of bean sauce dented at seam
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked chicken, raw shrimp over cooked rice in Walk-in-Cooler. Operator moved
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken removed from original packaging stored above raw shrimp in reach in freezer. Operator moved
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items not date marked in Walk-in-Cooler, milk opened in prep area previous day, not dated
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Top corner of ice bin in soda fountain in server area has mold like growth
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Two cans of bean sauce dented at seam not segregated. Operator removed cans
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee coffee on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed
Food stored on floor. Soy sauce buckets on floor in kitchen area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in ladies room.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken uncovered in Walk-in-Cooler
Oct 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate12 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -plastic pint container used as scoop for flour in dry storage
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on multiple cooler/freezer door handles.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on clean dish table. Operator removed
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating in kitchen. Employee moved to dining area.
Floor Through out storage area and walk in cooler in kitchen soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezers in storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk in cooler
Produce stored on floor in walk in cooler, soy sauce buckets on floor near cooks line
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Reach-in freezers in storage area, reach in coolers on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. -Plastic tub of won't ton strips uncovered in server area -cooked chicken wings uncovered in walk in
Walls in/above storage area to kitchen entrance, near mop sink soiled with accumulated cobwebs, debris, and/or dust.
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.