Leesburg — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Leesburg, Florida has 182 food establishments with 2,518 inspections on record. The pass rate is 94.5%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $1,280 assessed to Taqueria Las Catrinas in Belleview on June 2, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ichiban Buffet | 56 | 796 | 2 |
| Ramshackle Cafe | 48 | 387 | 1 |
| Via Food & Beverage | 41 | 222 | 1 |
| Breakfast Club of Leesburg | 38 | 208 | 1 |
| Wendy's #1749 | 28 | 172 | 1 |
Leesburg Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Leesburg
94.5%
Pass Rate
94.5%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Leesburg
5
Avg Violations / Inspection
5
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Leesburg
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
1.38
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.38
Leesburg Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn's Pizzeria | 6 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Hardees of Leesburg | 3 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Brick & Barrel LLC | 5 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Ichiban Buffet | 10 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Steve's Bar & Grill at Plantation | 1 | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Old Time Dinner LLC | 6 | Call Back - Complied | |
| La Palma Mexican Grill | 2 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Breakfast Station | 7 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a at Leesburg (fl) Fsr | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| La Palma Mexican Grill | 10 (3 high) | Warning Issued |
Leesburg Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 33,532 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 28,780 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 28,345 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 26,628 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 24,657 |
Leesburg Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2, 2025 | Taqueria Las Catrinas | $1,280 | 5--2025035459 |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Tropical Rhythm Restaurant & Sport Bar | $400 | 4--2025025113 |
| Jun 26, 2025 | Taqueria El Rinconcito El Buen Sabor | $320 | 4--2025003850 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Old Time Dinner LLC | $200 | 4--2025091885 |
| Jun 18, 2025 | Wendy's #13891 | $200 | 4--2025009517 |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Luna Azul Authentic Mexican Restaurant LLC | $200 | 4--2026006570 |
| Mar 4, 2026 | Amf Leesburg #401 | $160 | 4--2026008951 |
Leesburg Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Other fire safety violation | 10 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 2 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 1 |
Leesburg 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. Leesburg has 55 FDACS-regulated facilities with 112 inspections on record and 134 stop-sale orders issued.
Leesburg 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 | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarraa-corner-store-354589 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Physical Facilities: Plumbing insta… | |
| Sarraa-corner-store-354589 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Sarraa-corner-store-354589 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Sarraa-corner-store-354589 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Approved Source: Food obtained … | |
| Sarraa-corner-store-354589 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Food Identification: Food prope… | |
| Sarraa-corner-store-354589 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Physical Facilities: Plumbing insta… | |
| Bubbas-crab-and-seafood-406278 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 HAACP Plan Missing Or Incomplete.* Safe Food and Water: Special… | |
| Bubbas-crab-and-seafood-406278 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Safe Food and Water: Special pr… | |
| Bubbas-crab-and-seafood-406278 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chemical: Toxic substances properly… | |
| Bubbas-crab-and-seafood-406278 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… |
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Leesburg FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Leesburg Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 3 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Aldi | 2 | 2 | 310 |
| Dollar Tree | 2 | 9 | 1,084 |
| Publix | 2 | 30 | 875 |
| Wawa | 2 | 14 | 430 |
| Circle K | 1 | 102 | 1,574 |
| RaceTrac | 1 | 29 | 460 |
| Walgreens | 1 | 1 | 743 |
Leesburg: Notable Restaurants
Ichiban Buffet
56 inspections
796 violations
2 closures
Ramshackle Cafe
48 inspections
387 violations
1 closures
Via Food & Beverage
41 inspections
222 violations
1 closures
Old Time Dinner LLC
54 inspections
567 violations
Brooklyn's Pizzeria
10 inspections
57 violations
Hardees of Leesburg
23 inspections
138 violations
Leesburg: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
Leesburg Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Leesburg?
- Leesburg, Florida has 182 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Leesburg?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Leesburg is 94.5%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- What are the most common health violations in Leesburg?
- The most frequently cited violations in Leesburg are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Leesburg?
- Subway has the most locations in Leesburg with 4 establishments.
- How does Leesburg compare to the Florida state average?
- Leesburg has a pass rate of 94.5%, which is 8.5 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Leesburg?
- Food establishments in Leesburg have an average of 13.8 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Leesburg been assessed?
- Food establishments in Leesburg have been assessed $16,640 in fines across 53 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $314 and the largest single fine was $1,280.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Leesburg restaurants?
- 13 fire safety violations have been documented across 12 food establishments in Leesburg. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Leesburg 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. Leesburg, Florida has 55 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 112 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Leesburg?
- FDACS has issued 134 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Leesburg. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Leesburg Restaurants & Food Establishments (175)
Ichiban Buffet 2 closures
10301 US HWY 441, Leesburg
56 inspections · 796 violations · Last: May 2026Ramshackle Cafe 1 closure
1317 N 14 ST, Leesburg
48 inspections · 387 violations · Last: May 2026Via Food & Beverage 1 closure
10401 US 441 #2004, Leesburg
41 inspections · 222 violations · Last: Jan 2026Breakfast Club of Leesburg 1 closure
1107 W NORTH BLVD # UNIT 7&8, Leesburg
38 inspections · 208 violations · Last: Mar 2026Wendy's #1749 1 closure
10401 US HWY 441, Leesburg
28 inspections · 172 violations · Last: Feb 2026Dirty South Saloon 1 closure
1850 US HWY 441, Leesburg
24 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Sep 2025Tropical Rhythm Restaurant & Sport Bar 1 closure
10401 US HWY 441 STE 322, Leesburg
12 inspections · 51 violations · Last: Nov 2025Old Time Dinner LLC
1350 W NORTH BLVD, Leesburg
54 inspections · 567 violations · Last: May 2026China House
27615 US HWY 27 STE 111, Leesburg
37 inspections · 331 violations · Last: Feb 2026City Star Diner
10332 US HWY 441, Leesburg
24 inspections · 303 violations · Last: Mar 2026Wolfy's Leesburg Restaurant
918 N 14 ST, Leesburg
35 inspections · 302 violations · Last: Apr 2026China Garden
711 N 14 ST, Leesburg
33 inspections · 286 violations · Last: Mar 2026Steak N Shake INC
10650 US WHY 441, Leesburg
30 inspections · 284 violations · Last: Dec 2025Takis Restaurant
1205 NORTH 14TH STREET, Leesburg
32 inspections · 284 violations · Last: Apr 2026Beef O Brady's Leesburg
27405 US 27 STE 109, Leesburg
29 inspections · 268 violations · Last: Mar 2026Perkins Restaurant & Bakery #1049
27811 US HWY 27, Leesburg
29 inspections · 257 violations · Last: Nov 2025China 1
1107 W NORTH BLVD STE 10, Leesburg
30 inspections · 247 violations · Last: Jan 2026La Palma Mexican Grill
1690 CITRUS BLVD, Leesburg
31 inspections · 241 violations · Last: May 2026Steve's Bar & Grill at Plantation
4720 PLANTATION BLVD, Leesburg
37 inspections · 238 violations · Last: May 2026Brick & Barrel LLC
209 W MAIN ST, Leesburg
37 inspections · 226 violations · Last: May 2026