Lehigh Acres — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Lehigh Acres, Florida has 112 food establishments with 1,423 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 82.1%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.1 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to Marikami Thai and Sushi in Lehigh Acres on July 29, 2025.

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

112Facilities
1,423Total Inspections
1Closures 2026
82.1%Pass Rate
5.1Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Havana Bakery 36 162 3
Club at Westminster 43 273 2
El Tarasco Mexican Restaurant 33 263 2
Asian Buffet 42 356 1
Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 1203 39 279 1

Lehigh Acres Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Lehigh Acres 82.1% Pass Rate 82.1%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Lehigh Acres 5.1 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.1
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Lehigh Acres 0.89 Closures per 100 Facilities 0.89
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Lehigh Acres Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Taco Bell #042852 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
China Star 9 (1 high) Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Caribbean Delights Bestro 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Gandules Grill 7 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Chipotle Mexican Grill 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Friends Pizza 8 (4 high) Administrative complaint recommended
China Garden 7 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Cuscatlan Restaurant 9 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Havana Bakery & Cafe / El Sabor De Mis Raices 4 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Rib City 7 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Lehigh Acres Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Lehigh Acres Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

149Actions on Record
$62,310Total Fines
$436Avg Fine
$2,240Largest Fine
50Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Jul 29, 2025 Marikami Thai and Sushi $800 7--2025014720
Apr 8, 2026 Aromas Ice Cream & Bakery $400 7--2026019902
Jan 12, 2026 Asian Buffet $400 7--2025086784
May 13, 2025 El Mana Seafood $400 7--2025008322
Nov 19, 2025 Taqueria Las Amiguis $400 7--2025068003
Nov 6, 2025 El Criollo Cuban Foods $400 7--2025060543
Apr 8, 2026 Lavita Bistro $360 7--2025088843
Dec 11, 2025 Marikami Thai and Sushi $300 7--2025037687
Oct 29, 2025 Waffle House $200 7--2025068038
Jun 18, 2025 Taqueria Las Amiguis $200 7--2025038032

Lehigh Acres Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

41Fire Violations
23Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 21
Propane tank stored inside building 11
Other fire safety violation 5
Fire extinguisher in red zone 4

Lehigh Acres 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. Lehigh Acres has 58 FDACS-regulated facilities with 120 inspections on record and 13 stop-sale orders issued.

58Retail Facilities
120FDACS Inspections
13Stop-Sale Orders
9Orders in 2026

Lehigh Acres 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
Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 Green Vein Maeng Da Kratom Powder (Remarkable Herbs) ss. 893.03(1)(a) and 893.035, F.S., Department of Legal Affairs Emergency Rule 2…
Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 Maeng Da Kratom White Vein Powder (Remarkable Herbs) ss. 893.03(1)(a) and 893.035, F.S., Department of Legal Affairs Emergency Rule 2…
Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 Maeng Da Kratom Red Vein Powder (Remarkable Herbs) ss. 893.03(1)(a) and 893.035, F.S., Department of Legal Affairs Emergency Rule 2…
Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 Maeng Da Kratom Green Vein (Remarkable Herbs) ss. 893.03(1)(a) and 893.035, F.S., Department of Legal Affairs Emergency Rule 2…
Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 White Vein Maeng Da Kratom Powder (Remarkable Herbs) ss. 893.03(1)(a) and 893.035, F.S., Department of Legal Affairs Emergency Rule 2…
Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 Maeng Da Kratom Green Vein (Remarkable Herbs.) ss. 833.03(1)(a) and 893.035, F.S., Department of Legal Affairs Emergency Rule 2…
Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 (Remarkable Herbs) ss. 893.03(1)(a) and 893.035, F.S., Department of Legal Affairs Emergency Rule 2…
Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 Red Vein Maeng Da Kratom 60 capsules (OPMS) ss. 893.03(1)(a) and 893.035, F.S., Department of Legal Affairs Emergency Rule 2…
Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 Green Vein Maeng Da Kratom Capsules 120 (OPMS) ss. 893.03(1)(a) and 893.035, F.S., Department of Legal Affairs Emergency Rule 2…
Pipos-cuban-bakery-establishment-406775-406775 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…

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Lehigh Acres FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Lehigh Acres Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Aldi 2 2 310
The King Of Vape 1 0 6
7-Eleven 1 84 2,422
Starbucks 1 77 1,170

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Lehigh Acres: Notable Restaurants

Lehigh Acres: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 3 136 0
Culvers 1 116 0
Popeyes 1 89 0
Waffle House 1 18 0
Cold Stone Creamery 1 10 0
Perkins 1 279 1
Taco Bell 1 68 0
Zaxbys 1 5 0
Chipotle 1 6 0
McDonalds 1 59 0

Lehigh Acres Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Lehigh Acres?
Lehigh Acres, Florida has 112 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Lehigh Acres?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Lehigh Acres is 82.1%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Lehigh Acres this year?
1 food establishments in Lehigh Acres have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Lehigh Acres?
The most frequently cited violations in Lehigh Acres are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Lehigh Acres?
Subway has the most locations in Lehigh Acres with 3 establishments.
How does Lehigh Acres compare to the Florida state average?
Lehigh Acres has a pass rate of 82.1%, which is 3.9 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.1 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Lehigh Acres?
Food establishments in Lehigh Acres have an average of 12.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Lehigh Acres been assessed?
Food establishments in Lehigh Acres have been assessed $62,310 in fines across 149 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $436 and the largest single fine was $2,240.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Lehigh Acres restaurants?
41 fire safety violations have been documented across 23 food establishments in Lehigh Acres. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Lehigh Acres 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. Lehigh Acres, Florida has 58 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 120 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Lehigh Acres?
FDACS has issued 13 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Lehigh Acres, including 9 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 Lehigh Acres

Lehigh Acres Restaurants & Food Establishments (112)

Havana Bakery 3 closures

522 A JOEL BLVD, Lehigh Acres

36 inspections · 162 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Club at Westminster 2 closures

2199 BERKLEY WAY, Lehigh Acres

43 inspections · 273 violations · Last: Mar 2026

El Tarasco Mexican Restaurant 2 closures

1320 BUSINESS WAY, Lehigh Acres

33 inspections · 263 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Asian Buffet 1 closure

1133-1135 HOMESTEAD RD, Lehigh Acres

42 inspections · 356 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 1203 1 closure

2700 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres

39 inspections · 279 violations · Last: Oct 2025

China Garden 1 closure

5781 LEE BLVD #303, Lehigh Acres

33 inspections · 243 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant 1 closure

1000 LEE BLVD STE 301, Lehigh Acres

34 inspections · 228 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Friends Pizza 1 closure

5612 8TH STREET WEST, Lehigh Acres

30 inspections · 163 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Wendy's 1 closure

2501 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres

37 inspections · 100 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Dunkin Baskin Robbins 342150 1 closure

2706 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres

17 inspections · 68 violations · Last: Mar 2026

China Star

1111 HOMESTEAD RD N #19, Lehigh Acres

64 inspections · 777 violations · Last: May 2026

Beef O' Brady's Restaurant

3114 LEE BLVD UNIT #5, Lehigh Acres

33 inspections · 303 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Y & C Cuisine

1304 HOMESTEAD RD N, Lehigh Acres

34 inspections · 272 violations · Last: Dec 2025

China King

1468 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres

31 inspections · 257 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Brasas Buffet Latino

3020 LEE BLVD UNIT 1, Lehigh Acres

35 inspections · 246 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Jan Bo Chinese Restaurant

25 HOMESTEAD RD N #1, Lehigh Acres

29 inspections · 239 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Joe's Cafe

43 HOMESTEAD RD, Lehigh Acres

31 inspections · 222 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Hibachi Express

1344 HOMESTEAD RD N, Lehigh Acres

28 inspections · 211 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Yummy Chinese Restaurant

4316 LEE BLVD UNIT 7, Lehigh Acres

29 inspections · 209 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Mexican Food El Rinconcito Mexicano

1454 LEE BLVD, Lehigh Acres

30 inspections · 203 violations · Last: Mar 2026