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.
Most recent closure: May 22, 2026 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora: Comparison to Lake County Averages
Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora: Emergency Closure History (1)
Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)
— 5 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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 May 24, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora last shut down?
- Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora was last shut down on May 22, 2026 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- 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, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora had?
- Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.7 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 May 24, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora ever been shut down?
- Yes, Haystax Restaurant in Mount Dora has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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