Leon County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Leon County, Florida has 1066 food establishments with 12,834 inspections on record. 11 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.9%, above the state average of 86.2%. Inspections average 3.4 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #139 in Tallahassee on May 14, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated April 2026.
Leon County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Leon County
87.9%
Pass Rate
87.9%
Florida Average
86.2%
Pass Rate
86.2%
Leon County
3.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Leon County
1.03
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.03
Florida Average
1.46
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.46
Leon County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Roadhouse | Tallahassee | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Hopkins Eatery INC | Tallahassee | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Cafe De Martin | Tallahassee | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Captain D's # 3834 | Tallahassee | 1 | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Hungry Howies Pizza #0292 | Tallahassee | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Sonny's Bar B Q | Tallahassee | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Edison Restaurant | Tallahassee | 11 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Pedros of Tallahassee | Tallahassee | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Jason's Deli | Tallahassee | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Captain D's # 3834 | Tallahassee | 9 (3 high) | Warning Issued |
Leon County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 1,585 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 1,547 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 1,356 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 1,332 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 1,323 |
Leon County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2025 | Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #139 | $800 | 6--2025031643 |
| Mar 26, 2026 | California Chicken Grill | $600 | 6--2025078878 |
| Jun 20, 2025 | 509 Caribbean Cuisine | $520 | 6--2025007612 |
| Aug 12, 2025 | Tha Caddy Shack | $520 | 6--2025037789 |
| Jul 30, 2025 | Pineappetit | $480 | 6--2025043351 |
| May 27, 2025 | A Town Wings #2 | $400 | 6--2025034272 |
| Jul 22, 2025 | California Chicken Grill | $400 | 6--2025031638 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Captain D's #3788 | $400 | 6--2025074745 |
| Feb 4, 2026 | Las Braza's Mexican Grill | $400 | 6--2025074754 |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Longhorn Steakhouse of Talla | $400 | 6--2025062313 |
Leon County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| 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 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. Leon County has 501 FDACS-regulated facilities with 1,508 inspections on record and 9,515 stop-sale orders issued.
Leon County 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.
| Date | Facility | City | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King-food-store-399987 | Tallahassee | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| King-food-store-399987 | Tallahassee | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Approved Source: Food obtained … | |
| King-food-store-399987 | Tallahassee | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food… | |
| Ami-95-food-mart-408864 | Tallahassee | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Ami-95-food-mart-408864 | Tallahassee | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| 7-brew-store-000200-420092 | Tallahassee | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterat… | |
| Victory-food-mart-408507 | Tallahassee | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Victory-food-mart-408507 | Tallahassee | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Victory-food-mart-408507 | Tallahassee | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Argonaut-coffee-at-cascades-416633 | Tallahassee | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterat… |
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Leon County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Leon County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle K | 20 | 108 | 1,668 |
| Publix | 17 | 53 | 1,789 |
| Dollar General | 16 | 57 | 2,877 |
| Starbucks | 11 | 77 | 1,180 |
| CVS | 11 | 9 | 1,009 |
| Dollar Tree | 9 | 9 | 1,110 |
| Shell | 6 | 152 | 1,162 |
| Family Dollar | 6 | 316 | 1,063 |
Leon County: Notable Restaurants
Midtown & 3rd LLC
40 inspections
296 violations
3 closures
Gordos Restaurant
36 inspections
217 violations
3 closures
Burger King #06288
34 inspections
190 violations
3 closures
El Rey Tacos and Beer
63 inspections
463 violations
2 closures
Fuji Hibachi Express
47 inspections
343 violations
Driftwood Family Restaurant
47 inspections
332 violations
1 closures
Leon County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 12 | 501 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 12 | 829 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 10 | 344 | 0 |
| Wendys | 10 | 757 | 0 |
| Burger King | 7 | 857 | 5 |
| Zaxbys | 7 | 478 | 4 |
| Firehouse Subs | 7 | 292 | 1 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 7 | 365 | 2 |
| Chick-fil-a | 6 | 272 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 6 | 303 | 0 |
Leon County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Leon County?
- Leon County, Florida has 1066 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 87.9%. The Florida state average is 86.2%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Leon County this year?
- 11 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.
- How does Leon County compare to the Florida state average?
- Leon County has a pass rate of 87.9%, which is 1.7 percentage points above the state average of 86.2%. 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 12 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 $83,100 in fines across 258 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.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Leon County 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. Leon County, Florida has 501 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 1,508 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Leon County?
- FDACS has issued 9,515 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Leon County, including 462 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.
Leon County Restaurants & Food Establishments (1,047)
Kaceys Home Cooking
2545 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
35 inspections · 117 violations · Last: Oct 2025Burger King #2087
2626 S MONROE ST, Tallahassee
22 inspections · 116 violations · Last: Feb 2026Kiku Japanese Fusion Capital City LLC
3491 THOMASVILLE RD #12, Tallahassee
22 inspections · 115 violations · Last: Mar 2026Zaxby's
2889 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
29 inspections · 115 violations · Last: Nov 2025Wendy's #157
1494 CAPITAL CIR NW, Tallahassee
28 inspections · 115 violations · Last: Aug 2025Hilton Garden Inn Tallahassee Central
1330 BLAIRSTONE ROAD, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 113 violations · Last: Jan 2026Olive Garden Italian Restaurant 1236
1103 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
25 inspections · 113 violations · Last: Jan 2026Table 23
1215 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee
25 inspections · 113 violations · Last: Mar 2026Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar
1388 CAPITAL CIRCLE NW, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 113 violations · Last: Jan 2026Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee LLC
1350 W TENNESSEE ST, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 113 violations · Last: Mar 2026Canopy Road CafÉ
3196 MERCHANTS ROW BLVD STE 110, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 112 violations · Last: Jan 2026Kentucky Fried Chicken L518156
3008 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
27 inspections · 111 violations · Last: Jan 2026Empire Chinese Restaurant
1700 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
29 inspections · 110 violations · Last: Jul 2025Bojangles #1223
1350 E PARK AVE, Tallahassee
24 inspections · 110 violations · Last: Jan 2026Georgio's Fine Food and Spirits
2971 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
20 inspections · 110 violations · Last: Nov 2025Huey Magoo's Chicken Tenders
1820 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
28 inspections · 109 violations · Last: Mar 2026Sonny's Bar B Q
1460 TIMBERLANE RD, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 109 violations · Last: Oct 2025Dairy Queen Grill and Chill
1319 CAPITAL CIRCLE SE, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 108 violations · Last: Dec 2025Little Paris Cafe
1355 MARKET ST STE A7, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 108 violations · Last: Mar 2026Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse 549
1749 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
22 inspections · 107 violations · Last: Mar 2026