Tipsy Tarpon

513 Nw 2 Ave, Crystal River, FL 34428

Seafood

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Tipsy Tarpon has nine inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 25, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “raw/undercooked animal food offered” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Crystal River average 90, so Tipsy Tarpon is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 25, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet for handwash sink has inconsistent pressure due to malfunctioning screen in faucet piece. Discussed with employee and operator.

29-08-4

Nov 6, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Observed Blue Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Fish (48F - Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); Coleslaw (48F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (48F - Cold Holding) in vertical reach in cooler on food truck. Operator stated a part has been ordered to repair cooler. Some items were issued a stop sale and others moved to a different cooler. Discussed with operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-11: Observed Raw Fish (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Shrimp (43F - Cold Holding) and Shredded Cheese (46F - Cold Holding) in vertical reach in cooler on food truck. Items were in cooler for less than 4 hours. Items were moved to walk-in freezer to rapidly cool products. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Aug 13, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready-to-eat ham and raw fish stored over ready-to-eat sauces in cooler near cook line and fryers. Employee moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Blue Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Fish (48F - Cold Holding) stored in the vertical reach-in cooler. Items had been in cooler for more than 4 hours. Operator stated a part has been ordered for the cooler. Employee removed to discard items. Issued stop sale. **Warning**

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Observed Blue Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Fish (48F - Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); Coleslaw (48F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (48F - Cold Holding) in vertical reach in cooler on food truck. Operator stated a part has been ordered to repair cooler. Some items were issued a stop sale and others moved to a different cooler. Discussed with operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03A-02-5

Mar 21, 2025

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Jan 13, 2025

Complaint Full

3 major violations.

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Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw fish (tuna) offered on the menu item Ahi Tuna Nachos with no identification that the item is raw. Discussed consumer advisory requirements for the notice and reminder. **Warning**

02B-01-5

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory present in establishment, not posted or posted on menu, and raw fish (tuna) is offered on the menu. Discussed requirements with the operator. Provided consumer advisory and operator posted at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

02B-02-5

Intermediate - Clam tags not marked with last date served. Discussed with operator requirements pertaining to maintaining shellstock records. **Warning**

01C-03-4

Oct 28, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 28, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. egg wash (63F - Cold Holding) on counter, operator states egg was was prepared approximately 1.5 hours ago. Operator placed egg wash in reach in freezer to rapidly chill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator located consumer advisory in office and posted in dining area. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-02-5

Feb 16, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tipsy Tarpon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tipsy Tarpon on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tipsy Tarpon?

Across the inspection record, “raw/undercooked animal food offered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tipsy Tarpon.

How does Tipsy Tarpon compare to other restaurants in Crystal River?

Tipsy Tarpon most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Crystal River average of 90.

Has Tipsy Tarpon's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tipsy Tarpon have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tipsy Tarpon 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 Tipsy Tarpon inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tipsy Tarpon is inspected around four times per year on average.

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