Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg
Last inspected:
10301 Us Hwy 441, Leesburg, FL 34788Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg has accumulated 786 violations across 55 inspections since 2016, averaging 14.3 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for unsanitary conditions. Between February and March 2024, inspectors conducted four separate visits in three weeks after recommending emergency orders, citing hand-washing, ventilation, and consumer advisory violations repeatedly. The restaurant has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,700 in fines.
Most recent closure: March 13, 2024 for unsanitary conditions.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg: Comparison to Lake County Averages
This Facility
14.2
violations / inspection
14.2 violations per inspection
Lake County Avg
6.34
violations / inspection
6.34 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Lake County Avg
0.08
closures / facility
0.08 county average
Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg: Emergency Closure History (2)
Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,700.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024019594 | $400.00 | Mar 13, 2024 | District 10 | |
| 4--2024011683 | $400.00 | Feb 16, 2024 | District 11 | |
| 4--2018026225 | $700.00 | Apr 4, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2017000420 | $200.00 | Nov 8, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (56)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 9 inspections77 violations · 43 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections54 violations · 33 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Partial· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections42 violations · 31 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 6 inspections60 violations · 39 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 9 inspections63 violations · 36 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections60 violations · 37 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections43 violations · 29 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg last inspected?
- Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg last shut down?
- Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg was last shut down on March 13, 2024 for unsanitary conditions. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg had?
- Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg has had 56 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 14.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg find?
- Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg was most recently inspected on May 14, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,700.00 in fines.
- How much has Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg been fined?
- Ichiban Buffet in Leesburg has been fined a total of $1,700.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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