Leon County — Food Safety Records
Leon County, Florida has 659 food establishments with 13,286 inspections on record. 8 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.6%, above the state average of 85.7%. 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 Urban Grill LLC in Tallahassee on March 26, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Leon County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Leon County
87.6%
Pass Rate
87.6%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Leon County
3.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Leon County
1.21
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.21
Florida Average
2.11
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.11
Leon County Restaurants: Recent Closures (3)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cava (010372) | Tallahassee | Sewage back up | |
| Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 918 | Tallahassee | Sewage back up | |
| Holiday Inn Tallahassee E Capitol-university | Tallahassee | Roach activity |
Leon County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jimmy Johns 168 | Tallahassee | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Midtown Uptown Cafe & Catering | Tallahassee | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| El Viroleno LLC | Tallahassee | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Loco's Tacos & Bar INC | Tallahassee | 2 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Nihao | Tallahassee | 5 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Echalee Mexican Grill | Tallahassee | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Casa Grande Bar and Grill #1 | Tallahassee | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Gaines Street Pies | Tallahassee | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Best Western Plus Tallahassee North | Tallahassee | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Residence Inn Tallahassee | Tallahassee | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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 | Urban Grill LLC | $600 | 6--2025078878 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Driftwood Family Restaurant | $400 | 6--2025074764 |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Longhorn Steakhouse of Talla | $400 | 6--2025062313 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Catering Capers Ala Carte | $400 | 6--2024047512 |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Papa Johns Pizza | $400 | 6--2025062327 |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Conchman Conway LLC | $400 | 6--2026024350 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Captain D's #3788 | $400 | 6--2025074745 |
| Feb 4, 2026 | Las Braza's Mexican Grill | $400 | 6--2025074754 |
| Oct 8, 2025 | Subway | $400 | 6--2025046846 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Sam's Country Buffet INC | $400 | 6--2025049045 |
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
Fuji Hibachi Express
49 inspections
354 violations
China First
49 inspections
419 violations
1 closures
Leon County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 12 | 501 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 12 | 835 | 0 |
| Wendys | 10 | 762 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 10 | 349 | 0 |
| Firehouse Subs | 8 | 296 | 1 |
| Burger King | 7 | 863 | 5 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 7 | 384 | 2 |
| Zaxbys | 7 | 481 | 4 |
| Chick-fil-a | 6 | 273 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 6 | 253 | 0 |
Leon County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Leon County?
- Leon County, Florida has 659 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 85.7%.
- 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?
- 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 1.9 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. 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 20.2 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 $72,520 in fines across 226 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 (651)
Tallahassee Chow Time INC
1849 CAPITAL CIR NE, Tallahassee
34 inspections · 193 violations · Last: Aug 2026Governors Club
202 S ADAMS ST, Tallahassee
31 inspections · 192 violations · Last: May 2026International House of Pancakes
2840 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 191 violations · Last: Jul 2026Sonic # 3052
1414 CAPITAL CIRCLE NW, Tallahassee
37 inspections · 190 violations · Last: Feb 2026Steak N Shake
1459 CAPITAL CIR NW, Tallahassee
30 inspections · 188 violations · Last: Aug 2026International House of Pancakes
2225 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
38 inspections · 188 violations · Last: Apr 2026Peppers Mexican Grill INC
1425 VILLAGE SQUARE BLVD #5, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Feb 2026Burger King #06679
5020 CAPITAL CIR SW, Tallahassee
24 inspections · 185 violations · Last: Jul 2024Dao Restaurant
3425 BANNERMAN RD UNIT A 102, Tallahassee
24 inspections · 183 violations · Last: Mar 2026Roboto Tokyo Grill
1434 NW CAPITAL CIR, Tallahassee
31 inspections · 182 violations · Last: Oct 2025Chopstix Asian Restaurant
3539 APALACHEE PARKWAY #A, Tallahassee
28 inspections · 180 violations · Last: Aug 2026San Miguel
200 W THARPE ST, Tallahassee
30 inspections · 179 violations · Last: May 2026New Stars
5032 CAPITAL CIR SW STE 8, Tallahassee
30 inspections · 176 violations · Last: Jul 2026Panda Buffet Ku INC
3507 THOMASVILLE RD, Tallahassee
21 inspections · 175 violations · Last: Aug 2025El Jalisco
2915 KERRY FOREST PKWY UNIT 301, Tallahassee
31 inspections · 173 violations · Last: Jan 2026Hardee's Restaurant
5818 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
37 inspections · 171 violations · Last: Aug 2026El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant
2583 N. MONROE ST, Tallahassee
28 inspections · 169 violations · Last: Apr 2026El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant
719 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
25 inspections · 168 violations · Last: Jan 2026Masala Majesty Indian Cuisine
3111 MAHAN DR STE 26, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 166 violations · Last: Aug 2026Essence of India
1105 APALACHEE PKWY UNIT A, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 166 violations · Last: Feb 2026