LA QUINTA INN & SUITES #988

Based on 2 health inspections, LA QUINTA INN & SUITES #988 in OCALA has earned a 3.4/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

3530 Southwest 36th Avenue
Ocala, Florida, 34474
Canterbury Circle Apartments
Marion County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.4/5)
Based on 2 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 11/20/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10921245

  • 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches in glue trap on kitchen counter. Employee discarded glue trap during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep counter across from three compartment sink.
  • 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Kitchen light fixture in front of door to dining area.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Item stored in reach-in cooler across from kitchen hand washing sink. Employee stated battery had been in counter waffle maker for three hours. Employee placed waffle batter in reach-in freezer to 41F. Manager stated going forward waffle batter would be held using time as a public health control. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee purse stored on kitchen hand washing sink. Employee moved purse during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No soap or hand towels at kitchen hand washing sink. Employee provided soap and hand towels.

Inspection Date: 3/6/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10792353

  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go containers and single service boxes on floor.