Ocala's Chocolate & Confections

104 Se Fort King Street, Ocala, FL 34471

Other

Last inspected: Jul 15, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Ocala's Chocolate & Confections five times, with records going back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jul 15, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about three violations before that.

The pattern that stands out is “establishment has no written procedures for employees”, which has been cited three times.

Compared to the broader Ocala restaurant scene, where the average is 78, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

May 14, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - 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: lack of a plan.

11-27-4

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. Observed 1 new employee and one expired employee. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the front line hand wash sink does not have any water over 85°. **Warning**

27-16-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed: a lidded water cup with straw stirred over plastic wrap, under the microwave.

12B-07-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed: lack of a poster.

51-13-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the front line hand wash sink hot water handle will not turn to release hot water.

29-08-4

May 3, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 1, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No current certification available. **Warning**

53A-07-6

11-27-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

May 16, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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11-27-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ocala's Chocolate & Confections last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ocala's Chocolate & Confections on file is from Jul 15, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ocala's Chocolate & Confections?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ocala's Chocolate & Confections.

How does Ocala's Chocolate & Confections compare to other restaurants in Ocala?

Ocala's Chocolate & Confections most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Ocala average of 78.

Has Ocala's Chocolate & Confections' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ocala's Chocolate & Confections have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ocala's Chocolate & Confections 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 Ocala's Chocolate & Confections inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ocala's Chocolate & Confections is inspected around two times per year on average.

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