SUGAR SHACK
38915 CR 54 E, Zephyrhills FL 33542 · 813-782-2463
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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FEB 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 12 points better than where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on office desk. Manager eradicated and cleaned and sanitized area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025082097 | Oct 24, 2025 | Dec 10, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles containing toxic chemicals stored in wait station next to food items. Operator removed.
Ceiling tiles show damage and disrepair with water stains throughout kitchen and dining area. Operator is waiting on roof repair for plaza.
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Portioned packs of sliced cheese in reach in coolers not dated.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 4 unlabeled spray bottles with pink liquid in server area. Operator placed labels.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in dining area.
Stored food not covered. Coffee portioned into coffee filters not covered. Operator placed covers.
Nov 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. On dry storage shelves.
Oct 24, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 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. Tested chlorine at 0ppm.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching shirt and pants with gloves on. No glove change and no hand wash. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. On dry storage shelves.
Mar 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Reading 0ppm. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator primed dishmachine. Rechecked chlorine sanitizer reading 50ppm.
Hood filters not properly installed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior has accumulation of soil residues.
Unprotected ice machine in a customer dining room area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Cooked potatoes on cook line, time added
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice in hand sink next to ice machine, used as dump sink
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Some training certificates expired 12/6/24
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. All hood filters removed from cook line with staff activity cooking on griddles
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in sugar bin
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled on cook line.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Reach in cooler and freezer in dining room containing unpackaged food not secured
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Ice machine in dining room accessible to the pubic
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Apr 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 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. Dishwasher reading 0ppm.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Book bags over bread on storage shelf. Operator removed book bags.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of flour not labeled.
Nov 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Nov 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cases pf raw bacon stored over cooked ham in reach in cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on office desk. Manager eradicated and cleaned and sanitized area
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed form to operator
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 15 dead roaches on floor by server reach in cooler Observed 5 dead roaches inside of reach in freezer
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
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.