Mount Dora — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Mount Dora, Florida has 128 food establishments with 1,624 inspections on record. The pass rate is 88.9%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 7.5 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $200 assessed to Wolf Branch Brewing Co in Mount Dora on February 26, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

128Facilities
1,624Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
88.9%Pass Rate
7.5Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Anthonys Pizza 30 338 3
Jk Thai Garden 26 315 2
Saigon Fusion 24 257 2
El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant 37 499 1
Lakeside Inn Corporation 34 477 1

Mount Dora Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Mount Dora 88.9% Pass Rate 88.9%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Mount Dora 7.5 Avg Violations / Inspection 7.5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Mount Dora 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Mount Dora Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Mount Dora Bistro 7 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Stairway 2 Donnelly 4 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Lampu Steakhouse & Sushi 19 (3 high) Warning Issued
1921 Mount Dora 8 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Funky Monkey 10 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Eden Abbey Brewing Community 13 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Magical Meat Boutique 4 Call Back - Extension given, pending
Giannis Italiano 10 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Heron Cay Lakeview Bed & Breakfast 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Frog & Monkey Restaurant 5 Call Back - Extension given, pending

Mount Dora Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
22 Consumer advisory 39,412
23 Chemical properly stored 34,527
36 Proper ventilation 34,221
14 Food contact surfaces 20,110
03 Employee health reporting 14,222

Mount Dora Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

47Actions on Record
$18,840Total Fines
$419Avg Fine
$1,600Largest Fine
20Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Feb 26, 2026 Wolf Branch Brewing Co $200 4--2026006502

Mount Dora Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

6Fire Violations
6Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Other fire safety violation 4
Exit blocked or locked 1
Propane tank stored inside building 1

Mount Dora 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. Mount Dora has 39 FDACS-regulated facilities with 83 inspections on record and 21 stop-sale orders issued.

39Retail Facilities
83FDACS Inspections
21Stop-Sale Orders
11Orders in 2026

Mount Dora 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.

DateFacilityProductReason
M8m-investments-LLC-391604 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
M8m-investments-LLC-391604 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
M8m-investments-LLC-391604 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
M8m-investments-LLC-391604 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
M8m-investments-LLC-391604 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
M8m-investments-LLC-391604 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
M8m-investments-LLC-391604 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
M8m-investments-LLC-391604 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
M8m-investments-LLC-391604 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mount-dora-jerky-co-411543 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Preventing Contamination By Han…

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Mount Dora FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 15
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning 6
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing 6
4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in 6
3-501.16(A)(2) Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below 5

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Mount Dora Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Aldi 1 2 310
Dollar General 1 57 2,871
Key Food 1 37 211
Starbucks 1 77 1,170
CVS 1 9 882
Family Dollar 1 316 950
Publix 1 30 875

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Mount Dora: Notable Restaurants

Anthonys Pizza

Mount Dora · Most Closures

30 inspections 338 violations 3 closures

Jk Thai Garden

Mount Dora · Most Closures

26 inspections 315 violations 2 closures

Saigon Fusion

Mount Dora · Most Closures

24 inspections 257 violations 2 closures

Highland Street Cafe

Mount Dora · Most Inspected

40 inspections 399 violations 1 closures

Dora Cafe

Mount Dora · Most Inspected

38 inspections 422 violations

El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant

Mount Dora · Most Inspected

37 inspections 499 violations 1 closures

Mount Dora: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
McDonalds 2 156 0
Charleys Philly Steaks 1 47 0
Five Guys 1 21 0
Longhorn Steakhouse 1 41 0
Millers Ale House 1 72 0
Quality Inn 1 31 0
Tropical Smoothie 1 68 0
Culvers 1 26 0
Kfc 1 210 0
Mellow Mushroom 1 209 0

Mount Dora Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Mount Dora?
Mount Dora, Florida has 128 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Mount Dora?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Mount Dora is 88.9%. The Florida state average is 86%.
What are the most common health violations in Mount Dora?
The most frequently cited violations in Mount Dora are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Mount Dora?
McDonalds has the most locations in Mount Dora with 2 establishments.
How does Mount Dora compare to the Florida state average?
Mount Dora has a pass rate of 88.9%, which is 2.9 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 7.5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Mount Dora?
Food establishments in Mount Dora have an average of 12.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Mount Dora been assessed?
Food establishments in Mount Dora have been assessed $18,840 in fines across 47 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $419 and the largest single fine was $1,600.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Mount Dora restaurants?
6 fire safety violations have been documented across 6 food establishments in Mount Dora. The most common issue is other fire safety violation.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Mount Dora 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. Mount Dora, Florida has 39 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 83 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Mount Dora?
FDACS has issued 21 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Mount Dora, including 11 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.

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Mount Dora Restaurants & Food Establishments (124)

Aldi #118 FDACS Retail

17395 US HIGHWAY 441, Mount Dora

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

The Health Basket FDACS Retail

18040 US Highway 441, Mount Dora

FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store w/FS

Mount Dora Confectionary FDACS Retail

450 N Donnelly ST, Mount Dora

FDACS Retail Food · Confectionary Retailer

Cvs Pharmacy # 05452 FDACS Retail

18915 US Highway 441, Mount Dora

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables