Porto Coll Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026
55
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Porto Coll Cafe, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 29, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 11 violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
Across the inspection history, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Compared to other Ocala restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 29, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in make table: pans of raw fish on shelf over fries. Pans of chicken on shelf over dressings. Pan of raw beef on shelf over pan of cooked pork. All items were moved to proper order. In reach in freezer: opened pan of raw fish on shelf over sausage and tortillas.. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-05-6
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. Missing for one male employee.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment offers eggs cooked to customers preference. Consumer advisory was posted during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop handle inside pan of rice. Removed during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Fluorescent bulbs in kitchen area.
38-07-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Potted plant on top of case of drinks. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic pans on clean dish shelf stacked together wet.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Reach in three door cooler is not working, manager has moved all food to a different unit. Ice build up in reach in freezer in dry storage area. Grey cutting board at front counter has deep grooves.
14-10-4
55
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices
FL-28
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
17
Jul 2, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
25
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs on shelf over sofritto. Moved during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In steam table: pork 118F beans 117F. Manager stated items were placed in unit 30 minutes prior. Heat was off in unit. Manager turned on unit and began reheating. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Fabuloso on top of reach in cooler near walk in cooler door. Also, fabuloso and sanitizer spray bottles not labeled. Fabuloso moved during this inspection.**Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at front counter. Towels added. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-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. Missing for two employees. Provided form during this inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - 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. Moved. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Hat on top of dry storage shelf. Moved during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee wine glasses on shelf over dry goods. Moved during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Milk and tea jugs with an open handle being used for juice in reach in cooler.
25-32-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. One towel in kitchen. Removed during this inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-04-4
41
Nov 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
90
May 20, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Porto Coll Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Porto Coll Cafe on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Porto Coll Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Porto Coll Cafe.
How does Porto Coll Cafe compare to other restaurants in Ocala?
Porto Coll Cafe most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Ocala average of 77.
Has Porto Coll Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Porto Coll Cafe have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Porto Coll Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Porto Coll Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Porto Coll Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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