LECHONERA OCALA
3334 NW BLITCHTON RD · OCALA · Marion County · FL 34475
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
19 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of windex stored with box of green beans. Employee removed spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate 7
11-27-4Intermediate – 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 person in charge at 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. Inspector provided vomitting and diarrhea procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dirty dishes on flip-top make table cutting board in kitchen.
16-37-1Intermediate – No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips available at establishment.
53B-01-5Intermediate – 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. Observed establishment does not have proof of approved enjoyer training. **Warning**
11-26-1Intermediate – 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. Observed person in charge cannot provide verifiable proof 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. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5Intermediate – Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment did not have any written consumer advisory posted. Inspector provided consumer advisory and person in charge posted. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4Intermediate – Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle not properly labeled with identifying contents ( disinfectant ). Person in charge put label on bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
Basic 11
32-04-4Basic – Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed no self closing mechanism on bathroom door.
14-01-5Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed Bowl with no handle used to dispense food (flour)
14-09-4Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board in kitchen on flip-top make table cooler with numerous groves and is no longer cleanable.
51-09-4Basic – Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has chairs and tables to accommodate 34 customers. Establishment is licensed for no seats.
21-23-4Basic – Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface. Observed establishment using sponge on in-use food-contact surface at three-compartment sink.
51-13-4Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed establishment did not have a choking poster. Inspector provided choking poster. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-47-4Basic – Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed swing door entering kitchen and selves in walk-in-cooler made of wood are not painted or smooth and easily cleanable.
25-05-4Basic – Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filters not inverted or protected. employee discarded coffee filters. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-17-4Basic – Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed produce ( Tomato ) stored over ready-to-eat food ( lettuce ) in walk in cooler.
42-01-4Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not in use stored on floor in kitchen.
02D-01-5Basic – Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of food removed ( sugar ) from original container not labelled with name of contents.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 17, 2026 11:26 AM.
Violation category totals
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.