Homewood Suites at Heathbrook
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
100
Score
Across the available record, Homewood Suites at Heathbrook has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 9, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to zero violations per visit.
“Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Compared to the broader Ocala restaurant scene, where the average is 78, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 14, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. At the buffet area, taco bar with sour cream, shredded cheese, jalapeños, onions, red salsa and salsa verde in opened containers no sneeze guard. 3-306.11 FC: Except for nuts in the shell and whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for hulling, peeling, or washing by the consumer before consumption, food on display shall be protected from contamination by the use of packaging; counter, service line, or salad bar food guards; display cases; or other effective means. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-19: All food at the buffet station protected. Taco bar not display, Manager is waiting for sneeze guards. **Time Extended**
08B-01-4
86
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - 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 in use, 0ppm, triple sink set up with quaternary ammonium 300ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. At the buffet area, taco bar with sour cream, shredded cheese, jalapeños, onions, red salsa and salsa verde in opened containers no sneeze guard. 3-306.11 FC: Except for nuts in the shell and whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for hulling, peeling, or washing by the consumer before consumption, food on display shall be protected from contamination by the use of packaging; counter, service line, or salad bar food guards; display cases; or other effective means. **Warning**
08B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At the cook line butter (clarified) at 54F, employee placed back in Cooler. Also at the buffet station, boiled eggs on ice bath 50F, shredded cheese 60, cream cheese 59F, butter 56F, sour cream 66F, per manager all items will be discarded at the end of breakfast (4hr). Inspector provided time as a public health control form, manager filled out during inspection, all items were discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At the buffet station, scrambled eggs 131F, pulled pork 130F, chicken sausage 127F home fries 128F, per manager all items are discarded at the end of the breakfast time (4hrs total), Manager placed items on time as a public health control, manager discarded all at 10:00am. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At the cook line, Spray bottles with green and pink solution not labeled
41-17-4
50
May 8, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottles with chemical cleaner and spray can stored over beer bottles in closet. Observed spray bottle with cleaning solution on top of bananas. Manager removed spray bottle.
41-10-4
Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-04-4
Basic - Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface. Observed establishment using sponge on in-use food-contact surface at three-compartment sink.
21-23-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not in use stored on floor in closet..
42-01-4
70
Oct 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Quaternary Ammonium tables and hand sanitizer on shelf over clean dishes. Moved. Carpet fragrance powder on shelf over seasonings. Moved. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pans on top shelf near triple sink. Manager flipped over. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed berries and tomatoes on shelf over drinks and cheese. Manager moved. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
78
Apr 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations.
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High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. At the breakfast area, sneezeguard not installed properly, Manger fixed. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-01-4
Intermediate - 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. Inspector provided a digital copy, Manager printed and posted **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled, manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - 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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At the cook line, spray bottle with blue liquid not labeled, Manager labeled glass cleaner. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Homewood Suites at Heathbrook last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Homewood Suites at Heathbrook on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Homewood Suites at Heathbrook?
Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Homewood Suites at Heathbrook.
How does Homewood Suites at Heathbrook compare to other restaurants in Ocala?
Homewood Suites at Heathbrook most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Ocala average of 78.
Has Homewood Suites at Heathbrook's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Homewood Suites at Heathbrook have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Homewood Suites at Heathbrook means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Homewood Suites at Heathbrook inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Homewood Suites at Heathbrook is inspected around two times per year on average.
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