Lake Mary — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Lake Mary, Florida has 175 food establishments with 2,875 inspections on record. 4 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to Persis Indian Grill in Lake Mary on February 9, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

175Facilities
2,875Total Inspections
4Closures 2026
87%Pass Rate
5Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Timacuan Club 40 310 2
Jax 5th Ave Deli & Ale House 34 359 1
China King 30 332 1
Bronx House Pizza 34 291 1
Dalli's Pizza 34 279 1

Lake Mary Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Lake Mary 87% Pass Rate 87%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Lake Mary 5 Avg Violations / Inspection 5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Lake Mary 2.29 Closures per 100 Facilities 2.29
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Lake Mary Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Dunkin Donuts 202 2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Cava 6 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
French Cafe 1515 7 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Wendy's 203 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Blended Bistro & Boba Lake Mary 10 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Burgerfi 7 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Miyaji Sushi & Hibachi 8 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Violet's Ice Cream 7 (2 high) Warning Issued
Subway 11934 6 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Aramark @ Jpmc 1 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Lake Mary Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Lake Mary Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

114Actions on Record
$45,900Total Fines
$403Avg Fine
$2,320Largest Fine
56Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Feb 9, 2026 Persis Indian Grill $800 4--2025073794
Mar 23, 2026 Another Broken Egg Cafe $800 4--2025075584
Jul 14, 2025 Timacuan Club $800 4--2025046149
Aug 14, 2025 Timacuan Club $800 4--2025047455
Sep 10, 2025 La Antioquena Restaurant $400 4--2025045782
Nov 5, 2025 Amura Japanese Restaurant $400 4--2025075522
Sep 18, 2025 Homewood Suites Lake Mary $300 4--2025060979
Sep 18, 2025 Shady's Hot Dog Heaven $200 4--2025061273
Jan 26, 2026 Gator's Dockside $200 4--2025089501
Feb 9, 2026 Viet Nomz $200 4--2025075395

Lake Mary Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

74Fire Violations
43Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 20
Fire extinguisher in red zone 17
Missing boiler certificate/report 14
Other fire safety violation 11
Cooking without hood suppression 8
Propane tank stored inside building 3
Sprinkler system issue 1

Lake Mary Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Lake Mary has 38 FDACS-regulated facilities with 67 inspections on record and 9 stop-sale orders issued.

38Retail Facilities
67FDACS Inspections
9Stop-Sale Orders
3Orders in 2026

Lake Mary FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Planet-smoothie-410499 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Planet-smoothie-410499 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food…
Planet-smoothie-410499 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
The-fresh-market-0190-361736 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han…
The-fresh-market-0190-361736 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
The-fresh-market-0190-361736 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
The-fresh-market-0190-361736 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
The-fresh-market-0190-361736 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han…
Planet-smoothie-391215 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…

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Lake Mary FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Lake Mary Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Walgreens 2 1 743
7-Eleven 2 84 2,422
Planet Smoothie 2 8 179
Starbucks 2 77 1,170
Wawa 1 14 430
Your CBD Store 1 0 8
CVS 1 9 882
Foxtail Coffee 1 2 112

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Lake Mary: Notable Restaurants

Lake Mary: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 3 168 0
Menchies 2 73 0
Westin 2 251 0
McDonalds 2 81 0
Subway 2 94 0
Another Broken Egg 1 152 1
Chick-fil-a 1 98 0
Daves Hot Chicken 1 7 0
First Watch 1 50 0
Hyatt 1 65 0

Lake Mary Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Lake Mary?
Lake Mary, Florida has 175 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Lake Mary?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Lake Mary is 87%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Lake Mary this year?
4 food establishments in Lake Mary have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Lake Mary?
The most frequently cited violations in Lake Mary are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Lake Mary?
Dunkin has the most locations in Lake Mary with 3 establishments.
How does Lake Mary compare to the Florida state average?
Lake Mary has a pass rate of 87%, which is 1 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Lake Mary?
Food establishments in Lake Mary have an average of 16.4 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Lake Mary been assessed?
Food establishments in Lake Mary have been assessed $45,900 in fines across 114 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $403 and the largest single fine was $2,320.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Lake Mary restaurants?
74 fire safety violations have been documented across 43 food establishments in Lake Mary. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Lake Mary inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Lake Mary, Florida has 38 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 67 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Lake Mary?
FDACS has issued 9 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Lake Mary, including 3 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

In the News Lake Mary

Lake Mary Restaurants & Food Establishments (175)

Jalisco Town

601 WELDON BLVD #117, Lake Mary

16 inspections · 119 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Flippers Pizzeria

120 N 4 ST, Lake Mary

22 inspections · 111 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Newcity Bistro

124 NORTH FOURTH STREET SUITE 1700, Lake Mary

26 inspections · 104 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Dunkin Donuts 202

4610 W LAKE MARY BLVD, Lake Mary

25 inspections · 101 violations · Last: May 2026

Made in Puerto Rico

3005 W LAKE MARY BLVD STE 120, Lake Mary

14 inspections · 100 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Chick Fil a

4420 W LAKE MARY BLVD, Lake Mary

25 inspections · 98 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

3785 LAKE EMMA RD, Lake Mary

19 inspections · 96 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Stacking Philly

1145 TOWNPARK AVE STE 1211, Lake Mary

21 inspections · 96 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Pho Mai

3589 LAKE EMMA RD, Lake Mary

22 inspections · 93 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Zaza New Cuban Diner

237 WHEELHOUSE LN, SUITE 1321, Lake Mary

17 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Viet Nomz

4044 W LAKE MARY BLVD, Lake Mary

13 inspections · 87 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Cava

901 CURRENCY CIR STE 1081, Lake Mary

22 inspections · 82 violations · Last: May 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Orlando North-lake Mary Fl

705 CURRENCY CIR, Lake Mary

25 inspections · 81 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Lighthouse Seafood

101 N COUNTRY CLUB RD SUITE #129, Lake Mary

15 inspections · 80 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Cork & Olive

1061 S SUN DR #1009, Lake Mary

19 inspections · 79 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Little Greek Fresh Grill

237 WHEELHOUSE LN, Lake Mary

15 inspections · 76 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Lake Mary Pub & Grill

119 CRYSTAL LAKE AVE, Lake Mary

18 inspections · 75 violations · Last: Jun 2025

Pisco Peruvian Gastrobar

3801 LAKE MARY BLVD #155, Lake Mary

11 inspections · 73 violations · Last: Jan 2026

La Quinta Inn and Suites

1060 GREENWOOD BLVD, Lake Mary

20 inspections · 72 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Eurest @ Bny Mellon Lake Mary

600 COLONIAL CENTER PKWY, Lake Mary

16 inspections · 69 violations · Last: Oct 2025