Ocala National Golf Club

4782 Nw 80 Ave, Ocala, FL 34482

American

Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Ocala National Golf Club, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 10 violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, which has been cited two times.

Ocala National Golf Club's latest score of 50 falls below the Ocala average of 78. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 23, 2026

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Items stored on cook l8be stovetop: cheese soup (131F - Hot Holding). Manager stated soup prepared and placed on stovetop thirty minutes prior to temperature being taken. Manager reheated soup, 171F. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting boards stored in dish area stained. Inside of microwave on cook line prep table.

22-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at kitchen hand washing sink.

31B-03-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Dumpster behind building.

33-16-4

Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Dish machine in dish area.

16-23-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door to kitchen.

35B-01-4

Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Cold water handle for cook line hand washing sink missing. **Repeat Violation**

29-09-4

Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Hood filter missing from backside of cook line hood vent.

14-42-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster posted. Inspector provided operator with a choking poster. **Corrective Action Taken**

51-13-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Inside of kitchen mop sink soiled with old food debris. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Mar 6, 2026

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef stored over cooked bacon and chicken in reach-in cooler across from cook line. Manager placed ground beef on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels, soap or hand washing sign at cook line hand washing sink.

31B-02-4

Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Handle for cook line hand washing sink cold water.

29-09-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Containers stored on shelf next to dish area.

16-46-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Inside of mop sink in laundry room.

23-03-4

May 2, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of reach-in coolers in bar area soiled with rust and/or black substances.

22-02-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwash sign at handwash sink in bar area.

31B-04-4

Mar 2, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

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. Observed lack of a plan. One was emailed.

11-27-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed lack of a thermometer.

05-08-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed lack of soap at the women,s restroom. Soap was added. Also, paper towels were missing at 2 hand wash sink. **Corrective Action Taken**

31B-03-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed a loose co2. This was secured. **Corrected On-Site**

51-11-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ocala National Golf Club last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ocala National Golf Club on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ocala National Golf Club?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ocala National Golf Club.

How does Ocala National Golf Club compare to other restaurants in Ocala?

Ocala National Golf Club most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Ocala average of 78.

Has Ocala National Golf Club's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Ocala National Golf Club have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Ocala National Golf Club means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Ocala National Golf Club inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ocala National Golf Club is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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