The First Watch location at 3411 SW 36th Terrace in Ocala, Marion County, FL, received a warning from state inspectors after tallying eight violations during a routine food safety inspection on August 19, 2025. The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation found multiple temperature control problems and employee training issues that required immediate attention and a follow-up inspection.
This Is What The Inspection Revealed
Inspectors documented one high-priority violation, two intermediate violations, and five basic violations during their visit to the popular breakfast and brunch chain location. The violations were broken down across food safety categories, with temperature control appearing as the primary concern for health officials.…