Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora
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2744 W Old Hwy 441, Mount Dora, FL 32757Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora has logged 12 inspections on record with 136 total violations, averaging 11.3 violations per inspection — more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been consistent and recurring: chemical storage failures appeared in 7 of the last 8 inspections, consumer advisory violations in 6 of 8, proper cooking temperatures in 4 inspections, management awareness in 3 inspections, and food contact surface violations in 5 inspections. Employee health reporting violations (including sick worker policies) were cited in 3 separate inspections. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on February 24, 2026 resulted in "Call Back - Complied" after a prior Warning Issued on February 23 documented 39 violations including four high-priority findings.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora: Comparison to Lake County Averages
Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora: Full Inspection History — DBPR (12)
— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora last inspected?
- Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 24, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora?
- The most frequently cited violations at Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora had?
- Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora has had 12 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora find?
- Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora was most recently inspected on February 24, 2026 with 9 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora ever been shut down?
- No, Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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