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
CVS 1 9 882
Foxtail Coffee 1 2 112
Nothing Bundt Cakes 1 0 46
Publix 1 30 875

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Lake Mary: Notable Restaurants

Lake Mary: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 3 168 0
McDonalds 2 81 0
Subway 2 94 0
Menchies 2 73 0
Westin 2 251 0
Chilis 1 134 0
Hilton 1 81 0
Jersey Mikes 1 193 0
Panera Bread 1 149 0
Taco Bell 1 57 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)

McDonald's #5861

2960 INTERNATIONAL PKWY, Lake Mary

14 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Apr 2025

Aramark @ Jpmc

550 INTERNATIONAL PKWY, Lake Mary

20 inspections · 52 violations · Last: Apr 2026

First Watch Restaurant #174

218 WHEELHOUSE LN #1000, Lake Mary

20 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Thirsty Whale Too

3871 LAKE EMMA RD, Lake Mary

16 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Homewood Suites Lake Mary

755 CURRENCY CIR, Lake Mary

18 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Dec 2025

French Cafe 1515

187 E CRYSTAL LAKE AVE, Lake Mary

8 inspections · 42 violations · Last: May 2026

Subway # 45789

100 INTERNATIONAL PKWY, Lake Mary

14 inspections · 41 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Latin Sisters Cafe

173 N COUNTRY CLUB RD, Lake Mary

16 inspections · 41 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Menchie's

3005 W LAKE MARY BLVD, Lake Mary

16 inspections · 41 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Tamara Lake Mary

1541 INTERNATIONAL PKWY STE 1011, Lake Mary

6 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Firehouse Subs #50

3587 LAKE EMMA RD, Lake Mary

14 inspections · 36 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Menchie's

1120 TOWNPARK AVE STE 1062, Lake Mary

13 inspections · 32 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Planet Obstacle

1150 EMMA OAKS TR # 100, Lake Mary

12 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Residence Inn Lake Mary

825 HEATHROW PARK LN, Lake Mary

15 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Nov 2025

McDonald's #2155

4210 W LAKE MARY BLVD, Lake Mary

12 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Mar 2025

Brix & Mortar Urban Winery

242 WHEELHOUSE LN #1230, Lake Mary

14 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Queen's Cup Cafe

185 N COUNTRY CLUB RD, Lake Mary

12 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Coldstone

944 COLONIAL GRAND LN, Lake Mary

15 inspections · 27 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Pal Campo Lake Mary

1120 TOWNPARK AVE STE 1002, Lake Mary

9 inspections · 23 violations · Last: Apr 2026

New York Deli

1000 PRIMERA BLVD, Lake Mary

19 inspections · 23 violations · Last: Mar 2026