Off the River
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
100
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Off the River, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 28, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “unable to use hand wash sink in kitchen area due” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Off the River's latest score of 100 sits above the Port Richey average of 80. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 5, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 3 compartment sink has moved to wall to the left of the entrance of the kitchen. Hand wash sink is located on wall directly in front of entrance to the kitchen. Mop sink removed. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-05: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-05: No mop sink. **Time Extended**
29-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Objectionable odors in kitchen due to grease trap overflow. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-05: **Time Extended**
36-64-5
82
Dec 4, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Grease trap overflowing onto ground while running water at hand wash sink and 3 compartment sink
28-13-5
Intermediate - Unable to use hand wash sink in kitchen area due to grease trap under 3 compartment sink overflowing when ran.
31A-04-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 3 compartment sink has moved to wall to the left of the entrance of the kitchen. Hand wash sink is located on wall directly in front of entrance to the kitchen. Mop sink removed.
51-16-7
Basic - Floor in disrepair. Floor on left side of kitchen falling into crawlspace under building.
36-17-5
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
29-27-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in kitchen due to grease trap overflow.
36-64-5
61
Oct 10, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Damage from flood **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Refrigerator in kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-10: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
90
Sep 23, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. In kitchen, **Warning**
31A-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At sink in bar, inspector provided hand wash sign **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Refrigerator in kitchen **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Damage from flood **Warning**
36-11-4
78
Aug 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fry baskets **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-22: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
90
Jun 20, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fry baskets **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Dustin W. **Warning**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
67
Oct 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Building added across the driveway, is open air bar. Has ice machine, keg cooler, reach in coolers - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: Plan's received by plan review in Tallahassee on 10/6/23. It will be approximately 3 weeks for approval **Time Extended**
51-14-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
82
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
78
May 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Bar added in parking lot next to building, serves beer, chips. Bar is open, has over head protection. Hand wash sink removed from kitchen, no longer serving food, only packaged chips. Has hand wash sink in bar inside building. Mop sink moved from one side of kitchen to other. MFDV behind bar is being used for beer storage. Half of kitchen in building has been turned into living quarters **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-09: Time extended per J. Truex **Time Extended**
51-14-7
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Off the River last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Off the River on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Off the River?
Across the inspection record, “unable to use hand wash sink in kitchen area due” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Off the River.
How does Off the River compare to other restaurants in Port Richey?
Off the River most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Port Richey average of 80.
Has Off the River's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Off the River have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Off the River 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 Off the River inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Off the River is inspected around four times per year on average.
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