Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala
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9548 Sr 200 Unit 01, Ocala, FL 34481Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala has accumulated 106 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Recent inspections show a pattern of recurring violations, with the facility cited 10 times for failure to provide consumer advisories, 10 times for shell stock requirements, and 9 times for improper hand and arm washing. As of December 2025, an administrative complaint was recommended following an inspection that documented 9 violations including 3 high-priority items.
Most recent closure: June 12, 2019 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (1)
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019032650 | $400.00 | Jun 12, 2019 | Tampa |
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 3 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala last inspected?
- Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 9, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala last shut down?
- Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala was last shut down on June 12, 2019 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 Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala are: Consumer advisory, Shell stock requirements, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala had?
- Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala find?
- Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala was most recently inspected on December 9, 2025 with 9 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala ever been shut down?
- Yes, Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala been fined?
- Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Ocala has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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