Leon County — Food Safety Records
Leon County, Florida has 681 food establishments with 13,396 inspections on record. 4 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.6%, above the state average of 85.6%. Inspections average 3.4 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Cava (010372) in Tallahassee, shut down August 27, 2026 for sewage back up.
Largest fine: $600 assessed to California Chicken Grill in Tallahassee on March 26, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated October 2026.
Leon County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Leon County
87.6%
Pass Rate
87.6%
Florida Average
85.6%
Pass Rate
85.6%
Leon County
3.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Leon County
0.59
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.59
Florida Average
1.98
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.98
Leon County Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cava (010372) | Tallahassee | Sewage back up |
Leon County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edison Restaurant | Tallahassee | 1 | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Ology Brewing | Tallahassee | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Best Western Pride Inn & Suites | Tallahassee | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Waffle House #1446 | Tallahassee | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Salty Dawg Pub & Deli | Tallahassee | 3 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Canopy Road CafÉ | Tallahassee | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Tru by Hilton Tallahassee | Tallahassee | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Canopy Road CafÉ | Tallahassee | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Emerald Garden | Tallahassee | 4 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Ology Brewing | Tallahassee | 2 (1 high) | Warning Issued |
Leon County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 52,818 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 50,350 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 49,940 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 48,081 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 44,883 |
Leon County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2026 | California Chicken Grill | $600 | 6--2025078878 |
| Aug 11, 2026 | Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-university | $400 | 6--2026047052 |
| Aug 28, 2026 | Izzy Pub and Sushi Bar | $400 | 6--2026027511 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Driftwood Family Restaurant | $400 | 6--2025074764 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Catering Capers Ala Carte | $400 | 6--2024047512 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Captain D's #3788 | $400 | 6--2025074745 |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Conchman Conway LLC | $400 | 6--2026024350 |
| Feb 4, 2026 | Las Braza's Mexican Grill | $400 | 6--2025074754 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Sam's Country Buffet INC | $400 | 6--2025049045 |
| Oct 21, 2025 | Hayward House | $200 | 6--2025043365 |
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: Notable Restaurants
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 918
30 inspections
69 violations
4 closures
Midtown & 3rd LLC
41 inspections
300 violations
3 closures
Gordos Restaurant
36 inspections
217 violations
3 closures
El Rey Tacos and Beer
65 inspections
466 violations
2 closures
China First
50 inspections
433 violations
1 closures
Fuji Hibachi Express
49 inspections
354 violations
Leon County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 12 | 521 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 12 | 835 | 0 |
| Wendys | 10 | 773 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 10 | 349 | 0 |
| Firehouse Subs | 8 | 300 | 1 |
| Zaxbys | 7 | 481 | 4 |
| Burger King | 7 | 863 | 5 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 7 | 391 | 2 |
| Jimmy Johns | 6 | 149 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 6 | 898 | 0 |
Leon County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Leon County?
- Leon County, Florida has 681 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 87.6%. The Florida state average is 85.6%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Leon County this year?
- 4 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?
- Cava (010372) in Tallahassee was shut down on August 27, 2026 for sewage back up.
- How does Leon County compare to the Florida state average?
- Leon County has a pass rate of 87.6%, which is 2 percentage points above the state average of 85.6%. The average violations per inspection is 3.4 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Leon County?
- Food establishments in Leon County have an average of 19.7 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 $73,480 in fines across 229 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $330 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 (674)
Pedros of Tallahassee
750 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
10 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Apr 2026Moes Southwest Grill #128
1444 TENNESSEE ST UNIT 1, Tallahassee
28 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Sep 2026Jersey Mike's Subs
1355 MARKET ST UNIT A-6, Tallahassee
22 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Dec 2025Taco Bell #042923
3839 CAPITAL CIRCLE NE, Tallahassee
25 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Sep 2026Huntsman
320 E TENNESSEE ST, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Aug 2026Lafayette
1241 E LAFAYETTE ST, Tallahassee
18 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Jun 2026Hardee's Restaurant
1829 CAPITAL CIRCLE NE, Tallahassee
20 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Aug 2025Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 2895
3511 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee
22 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Jul 2026Primohoagies-tallahassee
1600 W CALL ST UNIT 104, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Dec 2025Brass Tap
1321 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee
14 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Mar 2026Natural Kitchen
699 W GAINES ST STE 110, Tallahassee
24 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Jul 2026Tijuana Flats
1400 VILLAGE SQUARE BLVD UNIT 40, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Sep 2025Wharf Casual Seafood
3439 BANNERMAN ROAD, Tallahassee
22 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Jan 2026Sleep Inn & Suites
3216 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
17 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Jan 2026Hungry Howies Pizza #0292
3839 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
15 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Apr 2026Chipotle Mexican Grill - Varsity Place 1534
1801 W TENNESSEE ST, Tallahassee
35 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Oct 2026McDonald`s #14402
1916 CAPITAL CIR NE, Tallahassee
16 inspections · 54 violations · Last: Jul 2026Hungry Howie's
131-1 E ORANGE AVE, Tallahassee
15 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Jan 2026Hip Hop Fish & Chicken
1350 MAHAN DR #20, Tallahassee
25 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Jun 2026Dunkin Donuts
2560 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
17 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Dec 2025