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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Texas Roadhouse | Tallahassee | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| 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 | |
| Sonny's Bar B Q | Tallahassee | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Edison Restaurant | Tallahassee | 11 (2 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 |
| Aug 12, 2025 | Tha Caddy Shack | $520 | 6--2025037789 |
| Jun 20, 2025 | 509 Caribbean Cuisine | $520 | 6--2025007612 |
| Jul 30, 2025 | Pineappetit | $480 | 6--2025043351 |
| Oct 8, 2025 | Subway | $400 | 6--2025046846 |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Stix Pool & Bar | $400 | 6--2024070179 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Vickey's LLC | $400 | 6--2025061149 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Sam's Country Buffet INC | $400 | 6--2025049045 |
| May 14, 2025 | Oh' Lemonade INC | $400 | 6--2025024608 |
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 |
| Wendys | 10 | 757 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 10 | 344 | 0 |
| Zaxbys | 7 | 478 | 4 |
| Firehouse Subs | 7 | 292 | 1 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 7 | 365 | 2 |
| Burger King | 7 | 857 | 5 |
| Hungry Howies | 6 | 253 | 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)
Sake House Japanese Bistro
800 OCALA RD #370, Tallahassee
24 inspections · 83 violations · Last: Mar 2026Buffalo Wild Wings #452
392 S MAGNOLIA DR, Tallahassee
23 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Dec 2025Hawthorn
1307 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
22 inspections · 81 violations · Last: Feb 2026Chick-fil-a Restaurant
3455 BANNERMAN RD, Tallahassee
24 inspections · 81 violations · Last: Feb 2026Gordo's Northside
1460 MARKET SQUARE, Tallahassee
19 inspections · 80 violations · Last: Jan 20264 Rivers Smokehouse of Tallahassee
1817 THOMASVILLE RD SUITE 100, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 80 violations · Last: Aug 2025Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
1725 CAPITAL CIR NW, Tallahassee
19 inspections · 80 violations · Last: Mar 2026Gaines Street Pies East
1184 CAPITAL CIRCLE NE STE D&E, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 80 violations · Last: Mar 2026Guthries of Tallahassee
1818 W TENNESSEE ST, Tallahassee
25 inspections · 79 violations · Last: Oct 2025Jersey Mike's Subs
1970 GAINSBOROUGH DR, Tallahassee
23 inspections · 79 violations · Last: Dec 2025Pizza Hut #2991
1710 TENNESSEE ST, Tallahassee
15 inspections · 79 violations · Last: Nov 2025Pockets Pool & Pub
2810 SHARER RD SUITE 7, Tallahassee
22 inspections · 79 violations · Last: Dec 2025Tailwind Tlh LLC- Live Oak Grill
3300 CAPITAL CIRCLE SOUTHWEST, Tallahassee
17 inspections · 78 violations · Last: Jun 2025Bojangles 1294
2710 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
22 inspections · 78 violations · Last: Mar 2026Taco Bell #042931
3209 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
30 inspections · 78 violations · Last: Mar 2026Shell Oyster Bar
14 FAMU WAY, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 77 violations · Last: Dec 2025McDonald's 11413
672 W TENNESSEE ST, Tallahassee
14 inspections · 77 violations · Last: Dec 2025Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-university
2003 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
16 inspections · 76 violations · Last: Mar 2026Cafe De Martin
2743 CAPITAL CIR NE UNIT 100 & 200, Tallahassee
29 inspections · 76 violations · Last: Apr 2026Metro Deli
104 1/2 S MONROE ST, Tallahassee
18 inspections · 76 violations · Last: Nov 2024