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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Hopkins Eatery INC | Tallahassee | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Cafe De Martin | Tallahassee | 1 | 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 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 |
| Dollar General | 16 | 57 | 2,877 |
| Starbucks | 11 | 77 | 1,180 |
| CVS | 11 | 9 | 1,009 |
| Publix | 10 | 53 | 1,789 |
| Dollar Tree | 8 | 9 | 1,110 |
| Walgreens | 6 | 1 | 743 |
| Shell | 6 | 152 | 1,162 |
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 |
| Firehouse Subs | 7 | 292 | 1 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 7 | 365 | 2 |
| Burger King | 7 | 857 | 5 |
| Zaxbys | 7 | 478 | 4 |
| Hungry Howies | 6 | 253 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 6 | 272 | 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)
Tallahassee Chow Time INC
1849 CAPITAL CIR NE, Tallahassee
33 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Mar 2026Burger King #06679
5020 CAPITAL CIR SW, Tallahassee
24 inspections · 185 violations · Last: Jul 2024International House of Pancakes
2840 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
25 inspections · 183 violations · Last: Dec 2025Dao 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 2025Steak N Shake
1459 CAPITAL CIR NW, Tallahassee
28 inspections · 181 violations · Last: Oct 2025Chopstix Asian Restaurant
3539 APALACHEE PARKWAY #A, Tallahassee
27 inspections · 177 violations · Last: Feb 2026San Miguel
200 W THARPE ST, Tallahassee
29 inspections · 177 violations · Last: Mar 2026International House of Pancakes
2225 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
37 inspections · 176 violations · Last: Mar 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 2026Red Lobster #0017
2583 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 168 violations · Last: Mar 2026El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant
719 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee
25 inspections · 168 violations · Last: Jan 2026Essence of India
1105 APALACHEE PKWY UNIT A, Tallahassee
26 inspections · 166 violations · Last: Feb 2026Southgate Campus Centre
675 W JEFFERESON ST, Tallahassee
33 inspections · 165 violations · Last: Feb 2026New Stars
5032 CAPITAL CIR SW STE 8, Tallahassee
28 inspections · 165 violations · Last: Jul 2024Hardee's Restaurant
5818 N MONROE ST, Tallahassee
35 inspections · 164 violations · Last: Feb 2026Waffle House #1446
3090 WALDON ROAD, Tallahassee
32 inspections · 163 violations · Last: Feb 2026Red Snapper Seafood and More
5023 CRAWFORDVILLE RD #5, Tallahassee
35 inspections · 158 violations · Last: Mar 2026Village Pizza
1400 VILLAGE SQ BLVD #33, Tallahassee
25 inspections · 157 violations · Last: Mar 2026