Leon County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Leon County, Florida has 1135 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 86.1%. 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
86.1%
Pass Rate
86.1%
Leon County
3.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Leon County
0.97
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.97
Florida Average
1.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.35
Leon County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hungry Howies Pizza #0292 | Tallahassee | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Texas Roadhouse | Tallahassee | 2 | 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 | |
| Hopkins Eatery INC | Tallahassee | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Captain D's # 3834 | Tallahassee | 9 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Jason's Deli | Tallahassee | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Sonny's Bar B Q | Tallahassee | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pedros of Tallahassee | Tallahassee | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Edison Restaurant | Tallahassee | 11 (2 high) | Warning Issued |
Leon County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 2,009 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 1,945 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 1,751 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 1,687 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 1,669 |
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 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Driftwood Family Restaurant | $400 | 6--2025074764 |
| 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 |
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 495 FDACS-regulated facilities with 1,505 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 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Dollar General | 17 | 57 | 2,867 |
| Starbucks | 11 | 77 | 1,170 |
| CVS | 11 | 9 | 882 |
| Publix | 10 | 30 | 875 |
| Dollar Tree | 8 | 9 | 1,084 |
| Walgreens | 6 | 1 | 743 |
| Shell | 6 | 152 | 1,161 |
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 1135 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 86.1%.
- 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 1.8 percentage points above the state average of 86.1%. 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 11.3 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 495 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 1,505 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 (1,116)
Rae's
3431 BANNERMAN RD SUITE 104, Tallahassee
18 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Jul 2025Chick Fil a
3101 NE CAPITAL CIR, Tallahassee
24 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Jul 2025McDonald's #32930
3631 MAHAN DR, Tallahassee
15 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Dec 2025Venebites
217 E 3 AVE, Tallahassee
20 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Dec 2025Huntsman
320 E TENNESSEE ST, Tallahassee
17 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Jun 2025Hotel Duval/leroc
415 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
19 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Feb 2026Dunkin Donuts
6672-2 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee
15 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Aug 2025Clean Eatz
1000 RAILROAD AVE 103, Tallahassee
9 inspections · 49 violations · Last: Feb 2026Horizons Bar and Grille
3427 BANNERMAN RD STE 104, Tallahassee
14 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Feb 2026Chipotle Mexican Grill - Varsity Place 1534
1801 W TENNESSEE ST, Tallahassee
32 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Feb 2026Chicken Salad Chick
1496 APALACHEE PKWY STE 14, Tallahassee
23 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Feb 2026Tastebudz Take Out and Catering Cafe
2655 CAPITAL CIRCLE NE STE 12, Tallahassee
22 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Mar 2026Zaxbys
6544 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee
17 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Jul 2025Best Western Pride Inn & Suites
2016 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 47 violations · Last: May 2025Hopkins Eatery II
1415 MARKET ST, Tallahassee
17 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Nov 2025Olean's
1605 S ADAMS, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Mar 2026Brickyard Pizza
4819 KERRY FOREST PARKWAY, Tallahassee
20 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Feb 2026Trail Break Cafe
3945 MUSEUM DR, Tallahassee
18 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Mar 2026Best Western Plus Tallahassee North
2727 GRAVES RD, Tallahassee
16 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Mar 2026District 850
2662 FLEISCHMANN WAY, Tallahassee
15 inspections · 46 violations · Last: Mar 2026