Leon County — Food Safety Records

Overview

Leon County, Florida has 1137 food establishments with 13,137 inspections on record. 8 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.7%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 3.4 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-university in Tallahassee, shut down June 12, 2026 for roach activity.

Largest fine: $600 assessed to Urban Grill LLC in Tallahassee on March 26, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated July 2026.

1,137Facilities
13,137Total Inspections
8Closures 2026
87.7%Pass Rate
3.4Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessCityInspectionsViolationsClosures
Midtown & 3rd LLC Tallahassee41 300 3
Gordos Restaurant Tallahassee36 217 3
Burger King #06288 Tallahassee35 190 3
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #139 Tallahassee28 66 3
El Rey Tacos and Beer Tallahassee64 463 2

Leon County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Leon County 87.7% Pass Rate 87.7%
Florida Average 85.8% Pass Rate 85.8%
Leon County 3.4 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.4
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Leon County 0.7 Closures per 100 Facilities 0.7
Florida Average 1.33 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.33

Leon County Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

DateBusinessCityReason
Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-university TallahasseeRoach activity

Leon County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessCityViolationsResult
Jenny's Lunch Box Tallahassee0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Level 8 Tallahassee2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hotel Duval - Leroc Tallahassee0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Wendy's 154 Tallahassee2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Isabella's Pizzeria Napoletana Tallahassee1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Whataburger #164 Tallahassee0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Church's Chicken Tallahassee0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Deep Brewing Company Tallahassee0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Pineappetit Tallahassee0 Call Back - Extension given, pending
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #139 Tallahassee6 (2 high) Emergency order recommended

Leon County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Leon County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

259Actions on Record
$83,500Total Fines
$331Avg Fine
$1,600Largest Fine
185Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Mar 26, 2026 Urban Grill LLC $600 6--2025078878
Aug 12, 2025 Tha Caddy Shack $520 6--2025037789
Jul 30, 2025 Pineappetit $480 6--2025043351
Nov 10, 2025 Captain D's #3788 $400 6--2025074745
Feb 4, 2026 Las Braza's Mexican Grill $400 6--2025074754
Nov 10, 2025 Driftwood Family Restaurant $400 6--2025074764
Oct 8, 2025 Subway $400 6--2025046846
Oct 29, 2025 Sam's Country Buffet INC $400 6--2025049045
Jun 23, 2026 Conchman Conway LLC $400 6--2026024350
Oct 14, 2025 Longhorn Steakhouse of Talla $400 6--2025062313

Leon County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

120Fire Violations
85Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 55
Other fire safety violation 23
Propane tank stored inside building 16
Missing boiler certificate/report 15
Exit blocked or locked 8
Cooking without hood suppression 3

Leon County: Notable Restaurants

Leon County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 12 501 1
McDonalds 12 833 0
Dunkin 10 346 0
Wendys 10 762 0
Burger King 7 863 5
Firehouse Subs 7 294 1
Tropical Smoothie 7 376 2
Zaxbys 7 479 4
Taco Bell 6 305 0
Chick-fil-a 6 273 0

Leon County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Leon County?
Leon County, Florida has 1137 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Leon County?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Leon County is 87.7%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Leon County this year?
8 food establishments in Leon County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Leon County?
The most frequently cited violations in Leon County are: Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Leon County?
Subway has the most locations in Leon County with 12 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Leon County?
Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-university in Tallahassee was shut down on June 12, 2026 for roach activity.
How does Leon County compare to the Florida state average?
Leon County has a pass rate of 87.7%, which is 1.9 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 3.4 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Leon County?
Food establishments in Leon County have an average of 11.6 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Leon County been assessed?
Food establishments in Leon County have been assessed $83,500 in fines across 259 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $331 and the largest single fine was $1,600.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Leon County restaurants?
120 fire safety violations have been documented across 85 food establishments in Leon County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.

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Leon County Restaurants & Food Establishments (1,122)

Midtown & 3rd LLC 3 closures

1002 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee

41 inspections · 300 violations · Last: May 2026

Gordos Restaurant 3 closures

1907 W PENSACOLA ST, Tallahassee

36 inspections · 217 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Burger King #06288 3 closures

3102 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee

35 inspections · 190 violations · Last: May 2026

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #139 3 closures

813 LAKE BRADFORD RD, Tallahassee

28 inspections · 66 violations · Last: Jul 2026

El Rey Tacos and Beer 2 closures

1122 THOMASVILLE RD STE 8, Tallahassee

64 inspections · 463 violations · Last: May 2026

Midtown Caboose 2 closures

1406 N MERIDIAN RD, Tallahassee

40 inspections · 292 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar 2 closures

3550 MAHAN DR #10, Tallahassee

36 inspections · 204 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Snappers Fish and Chicken 2 closures

1600 THARPE ST, Tallahassee

23 inspections · 149 violations · Last: May 2026

Urban Grill LLC 2 closures

1414 W TENNESEE ST, Tallahassee

40 inspections · 138 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Tha Caddy Shack 2 closures

2737 BLAIR STONE RD, Tallahassee

27 inspections · 116 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Cafe Yerushalmi 2 closures

910 LAKE BRADFORD RD, Tallahassee

28 inspections · 102 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Zaxby's 2 closures

180 CAPITAL CIRCLE SW, Tallahassee

30 inspections · 89 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Sado Mori Japanese Steak House INC 2 closures

2810 SHARER RD #8, Tallahassee

23 inspections · 74 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Oh' Lemonade INC 2 closures

1314 S ADAMS ST, Tallahassee

19 inspections · 65 violations · Last: May 2026

Tropical Smoothie Cafe Franchisee 2 closures

1500 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee

22 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Jul 2026

China First 1 closure

400 SE CAPITAL CIR STE 24, Tallahassee

48 inspections · 412 violations · Last: Jun 2026

Lindys Chicken #3 1 closure

1231 E LAFAYETTE ST, Tallahassee

39 inspections · 384 violations · Last: Feb 2026

4th Quarter Bar & Grill 1 closure

2033 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee

40 inspections · 356 violations · Last: May 2026

Steak N Shake 1 closure

3394 CAPITAL CIRCLE NE, Tallahassee

38 inspections · 333 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Driftwood Family Restaurant 1 closure

8056 WOODVILLE HWY, Tallahassee

47 inspections · 332 violations · Last: Dec 2025