Sugar Shack
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
74
Score
Sugar Shack appears in inspection records 12 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Restaurants in Zephyrhills average 83, so Sugar Shack trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - 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.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 4 unlabeled spray bottles with pink liquid in server area. Operator placed labels. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Coffee portioned into coffee filters not covered. Operator placed covers. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in dining area.
14-69-4
74
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. On dry storage shelves. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
90
Oct 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - 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.
12A-28-4
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. Tested chlorine at 0ppm. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. On dry storage shelves.
22-31-4
67
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Apr 30, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. Dishwasher reading 0ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - 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.**Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of flour not labeled.
02D-01-5
78
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-28: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
95
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on office desk. Manager eradicated and cleaned and sanitized area **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - 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 **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - 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 **Warning**
03F-10-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 15 dead roaches on floor by server reach in cooler Observed 5 dead roaches inside of reach in freezer **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. **Warning**
36-02-5
61
Jun 2, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Apr 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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.
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw hamburger stored above raw shell eggs. Owner put the hamburger on the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a pot stored in the hand sink. Cook removed the pot. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in the kitchen in disrepair.
36-32-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in the front expo area. Owner had employee wash, rinse and sanitize the area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
61
Sep 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sugar Shack last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sugar Shack on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sugar Shack?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sugar Shack.
How does Sugar Shack compare to other restaurants in Zephyrhills?
Sugar Shack most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Zephyrhills average of 83.
Has Sugar Shack's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sugar Shack have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sugar Shack 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 Sugar Shack inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sugar Shack is inspected around four times per year on average.
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