Lake County — Food Safety Records

Overview

Lake County, Florida has 702 food establishments with 13,821 inspections on record. 6 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 93.7%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 6.4 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Cedar Grill Clermont in Clermont, shut down August 27, 2026 for roach activity.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to Root & Branch Bistro & Bar in Clermont on January 29, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.

702Facilities
13,821Inspections
6Closures 2026
93.7%Pass Rate
6.4Avg Violations

Lake County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Lake County 93.7% Pass Rate 93.7%
Florida Average 85.7% Pass Rate 85.7%
Lake County 6.4 Avg Violations / Inspection 6.4
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Lake County 0.85 Closures per 100 Facilities 0.85
Florida Average 1.96 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.96

Lake County Restaurants: Recent Closures (2)

DateBusinessCityReason
Cedar Grill Clermont ClermontRoach activity
Crooked Spoon Gastropub ClermontRoach activity

Lake County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessCityViolationsResult
La Palma Mexican Grill Leesburg20 (9 high) Warning Issued
Xurro Clermont0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC Groveland4 (1 high) Emergency Order Callback Complied
Best of British Pub Clermont4 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Maryland Fried Chicken - Leesburg LLC Leesburg7 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Tijuana Flats Mount Dora10 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Mamma Rita's Pizzeria & Italian Grill LLC Groveland11 (4 high) Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Wave Asian Bistro Mount Dora7 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Subway 11290 Leesburg2 Call Back - Extension given, pending
Fire Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Leesburg10 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Lake County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Lake County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

269Actions on Record
$95,900Total Fines
$359Avg Fine
$1,800Largest Fine
169Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Jan 29, 2026 Root & Branch Bistro & Bar $800 4--2025090564
Jan 12, 2026 Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 1242 $800 4--2025083995
Feb 23, 2026 Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 1242 $800 4--2026007747
Jun 11, 2026 Don Ceviche Peru and Mexico $480 4--2026006988
Aug 11, 2026 Domino's Store # 9450 $400 4--2026026587
Jul 22, 2026 Papi Pincho $400 4--2026045249
Jul 27, 2026 Momiji Japanese Restaurant $400 4--2026025777
Aug 11, 2026 Hibachi Express $400 4--2026051163
May 27, 2026 Robata Japanese Steakhouse $400 4--2026029392
Nov 6, 2025 Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 1242 $400 4--2025072522

Lake County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

147Fire Violations
95Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Other fire safety violation 49
Exit blocked or locked 30
Fire extinguisher in red zone 22
Missing boiler certificate/report 17
Cooking without hood suppression 15
Propane tank stored inside building 14

Lake County: Notable Restaurants

Lake County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
McDonalds 17 1,030 0
Taco Bell 13 865 0
Dunkin 13 956 0
Subway 12 695 0
Wendys 10 1,152 1
Chipotle 9 593 0
Burger King 7 673 1
Kfc 6 727 0
Dominos 6 266 0
Arbys 5 523 0

Lake County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Lake County?
Lake County, Florida has 702 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Lake County?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Lake County is 93.7%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Lake County this year?
6 food establishments in Lake County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Lake County?
The most frequently cited violations in Lake County are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Lake County?
McDonalds has the most locations in Lake County with 17 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Lake County?
Cedar Grill Clermont in Clermont was shut down on August 27, 2026 for roach activity.
How does Lake County compare to the Florida state average?
Lake County has a pass rate of 93.7%, which is 8 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 6.4 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Lake County?
Food establishments in Lake County have an average of 19.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Lake County been assessed?
Food establishments in Lake County have been assessed $95,900 in fines across 269 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $359 and the largest single fine was $1,800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Lake County restaurants?
147 fire safety violations have been documented across 95 food establishments in Lake County. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.

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20 inspections · 150 violations · Last: May 2026

Texas Roadhouse

745 N US 27/441, Lady Lake

25 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Stavros and Sons Fruitland Park

3223 US HWY 441/27, Fruitland Park

25 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Kountry Kitchen

1008 W DIXIE AVE, Leesburg

28 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Tijuana Flats Burrito Co

10300 US HWY 441 STE# 1, Leesburg

25 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Hungry Howies

457 PLAZA DR, Eustis

23 inspections · 148 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Wendys 1747

2817 S BAY ST, Eustis

25 inspections · 147 violations · Last: Jul 2026

Maryland Fried Chicken - Leesburg LLC

708 N 14 ST, Leesburg

27 inspections · 147 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Fish N Chix LLC

100 N CENTRAL AVE, Umatilla

23 inspections · 146 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Chili's Grill & Bar

1206 AVENIDA CENTRAL, Lady Lake

21 inspections · 146 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Harbor Hills Country Club

6538 LAKE GRIFFIN RD, Lady Lake

26 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Marco's Pizza

2620 E HWY 50 UNIT 200, Clermont

20 inspections · 144 violations · Last: Sep 2026

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar

1009 BICHARA BLVD, The Villages

26 inspections · 143 violations · Last: Aug 2026

China Max

578 N US HWY 27/441, Lady Lake

24 inspections · 143 violations · Last: Aug 2026

Hardees of Leesburg

802 S 14 ST, Leesburg

24 inspections · 142 violations · Last: Sep 2026