Lake City — Food Safety Records
Lake City, Florida has 126 food establishments with 2,698 inspections on record. 3 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 84.1%, below the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 5.3 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $400 assessed to Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites in Lake City on September 4, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Lake City Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Lake City
84.1%
Pass Rate
84.1%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Lake City
5.3
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.3
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Lake City
2.38
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.38
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Lake City Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sal's Italian Deli | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Salsas Mexican Restaurant | 36 (10 high) | Warning Issued | |
| China One | 11 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Ruby Tuesday | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Country Club at Lake City | 9 (1 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Arby's #5984 | 4 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Columbia Livestock Market Cafe | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Olive Garden Italian Restaurant #4442 | 6 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Captain Crab | 20 (4 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Ruby Tuesday | 7 (3 high) | Warning Issued |
Lake City Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 33,538 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 31,395 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 29,184 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 17,316 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 15,420 |
Lake City Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2025 | Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites | $400 | 5--2025060126 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | U Mi Fl LLC | $400 | 5--2026022113 |
| Jul 7, 2026 | Woods | $400 | 5--2026033462 |
| Jul 20, 2026 | Tienda La Pinata Corp | $400 | 5--2026034235 |
Lake City Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 37 |
| Other fire safety violation | 13 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 5 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 4 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 2 |
Lake City: Notable Restaurants
La Fiesta Tacos and Tequila
53 inspections
384 violations
3 closures
Hong Yip Restaurant
31 inspections
261 violations
3 closures
Roadhouse Chicken Co
39 inspections
209 violations
3 closures
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #131
51 inspections
363 violations
1 closures
Salsas Mexican Restaurant
49 inspections
498 violations
1 closures
Country Club at Lake City
38 inspections
279 violations
1 closures
Lake City: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 5 | 346 | 0 |
| Wendys | 4 | 512 | 0 |
| Hardees | 3 | 463 | 1 |
| Burger King | 3 | 139 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 3 | 513 | 0 |
| Days Inn | 2 | 58 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 2 | 195 | 0 |
| Little Caesars | 2 | 169 | 2 |
| Taco Bell | 2 | 219 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 2 | 232 | 0 |
Lake City Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Lake City?
- Lake City, Florida has 126 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Lake City?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Lake City is 84.1%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Lake City this year?
- 3 food establishments in Lake City have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Lake City?
- The most frequently cited violations in Lake City are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Lake City?
- Subway has the most locations in Lake City with 5 establishments.
- How does Lake City compare to the Florida state average?
- Lake City has a pass rate of 84.1%, which is 1.7 percentage points below the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 5.3 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Lake City?
- Food establishments in Lake City have an average of 21.4 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Lake City been assessed?
- Food establishments in Lake City have been assessed $26,220 in fines across 60 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $437 and the largest single fine was $1,600.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Lake City restaurants?
- 61 fire safety violations have been documented across 36 food establishments in Lake City. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
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Lake City Restaurants & Food Establishments (124)
Captain Crab
2329 US W HIGHWAY 90, Lake City
16 inspections · 180 violations · Last: Aug 2026Shirley's Restaurant
746 E DUVAL ST, Lake City
25 inspections · 179 violations · Last: Jul 2026Denny's #9226
176 NW CENTURION CT, Lake City
27 inspections · 175 violations · Last: Jan 2026Kentucky Fried Chicken
313 SW BAYA AVE, Lake City
29 inspections · 172 violations · Last: Jan 2026Dairyqueen of Lake City
2984 W US HIGHWAY 90, Lake City
26 inspections · 170 violations · Last: Jul 2025Ihop #36-244
3322 WEST US HIGHWAY 90, Lake City
26 inspections · 166 violations · Last: Jul 2026China One
4556 SW HERITAGE CIR STE 107, Lake City
22 inspections · 165 violations · Last: Aug 2026Yum's Chinese Restaurant
295 NW COMMONS LOOP STE 109, Lake City
24 inspections · 165 violations · Last: Dec 2025Waffle House #719
3639 W US HWY 90, Lake City
25 inspections · 162 violations · Last: Jul 2026Waffle House #2254
348 SW BAYA DR, Lake City
29 inspections · 161 violations · Last: May 2026Zaxby's
2640 W US HWY 90, Lake City
26 inspections · 155 violations · Last: Apr 2026China Wok
471 SW SR 247 #113, Lake City
22 inspections · 148 violations · Last: Dec 2025Wendys 376
180 SW MAIN BLVD, Lake City
32 inspections · 141 violations · Last: Nov 2025Captain D's #3793
2404 W US HWY 90, Lake City
26 inspections · 138 violations · Last: Jul 2026Sonny's Real Pit BBQ
3177 HWY 90 W, Lake City
23 inspections · 138 violations · Last: May 2026Wendy's 375
3081 W US HWY 90, Lake City
28 inspections · 136 violations · Last: Mar 2026McDonalds
3133 W US HWY 90, Lake City
23 inspections · 136 violations · Last: Jun 2026Chili's
2893 WEST US HWY 90, Lake City
19 inspections · 136 violations · Last: May 2026Hardee's
279 W DUVAL ST, Lake City
22 inspections · 135 violations · Last: Dec 2025Moe's Southwest Grill
2941 W US HWY 90 #101, Lake City
26 inspections · 130 violations · Last: Jul 2026