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10 Lake County restaurants cited for high-priority violations

You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name . Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring warnings or administrative action, visit our Lake County restaurant inspections site . Here's the breakdown for recent health inspections in Lake County, Florida, for the week of Oct. 26-Nov. 1, 2026. Please note that some more recent, follow-up inspections may not be included here. Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as a 'snapshot' of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. For full restaurant inspection details, visit our Lake County restaurant inspection site . Which Lake County restaurants got perfect scores on their health inspections? These restaurants met all standards during their Oct. 26-Nov. 1 inspections and no violations were found. Casa Daza

Lake County, FL · 5d

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13 Lake County restaurants cited for high-priority violations

You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name . Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring warnings or administrative action, visit our Lake County restaurant inspections site . Here's the breakdown for recent health inspections in Lake County, Florida, for the week of Oct. 19-25, 2026. Please note that some more recent, follow-up inspections may not be included here. Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as a 'snapshot' of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. For full restaurant inspection details, visit our Lake County restaurant inspection site . Which Lake County restaurants got perfect scores on their health inspections? These restaurants met all standards during their Oct. 19-25 inspections and no violations were found. Amber Brooke Farms ,

Lake County, FL · 12d

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Lake County restaurant first to fetch Michelin Guide recognition

Did you know that 1921 Mount Dora, beloved for its "modern Florida cuisine," is an official Michelin Guide-recommended and selected restaurant ? It's a first for Lake County cuisine. The downtown Mount Dora hub for contemporary cuisine has been recognized for quality cooking and a farm-to-table focus. Celebrity Chef Norman Van Aken helped launch 1921 Mount Dora — named after the year the historic home housing the restaurant was built — about a decade ago and set a high bar for the future success before his 2018 departure. The restaurant's staff and culinary team played major roles in its recent recognition. Longtime manager Adam Crane's career in hospitality started early and has taken him to some of Central Florida’s most acclaimed dining rooms before joining 1921 Mount Dora — including The Ravenous Pig, Prato and Luma on Park. He's a UCF Rosen College alumnus and Certified Sommelier. Trained at Le Cordon Bleu Orlando, Executive Chef Brenton Hillman , builds menus around the freshest local ingredients — working hand-in-hand with regional farmers such as Sugar Top Farms in Clermont and Far Reach Ranch in Tavares and many others to curate what he deems the best seafood, produce and meats and proteins

Lake County, FL · 10d

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This Florida Clam Chowder Moved On From Cedar Key, and It Is Still Worth the Drive

A free taste of clam chowder waits for first-timers at one tiny Florida seafood spot. One spoonful, and the bowl you never planned to order suddenly feels absolutely mandatory. The chowder behind that sample is New England style, creamy, and packed with clams and potatoes. It finishes with a small...

Florida · 6d

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Grab The Flounder Pounder At This Waterfront Florida Seafood Shack Inside A 1940s Fish Camp

Some restaurants are built to look old. This one actually is, tucked inside a fish camp that dates back to the 1940s, right on the water near the southern tip of Volusia County. Ponce Inlet is a small coastal town just south of Daytona Beach, and it hides a seafood...

Ponce Inlet, FL · 3d

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Popular food truck reimagined as burger joint in Leesburg

If you're craving that perfect, crispy-edged smashburger, Leesburg has a new brick-and-mortar spot in an old familiar building. Willy Buck's Backyard Grill put down roots at 1317 S. 14th St., is serving up serious flavor and hometown hospitality. It's been gaining a following and was packed during our lunchtime visit after the Leesburg butterfly release last week. Who are the owners? Owners Michael and Shanrika Brown have completely transformed the former Dairy Ranch building into a vibrant, family friendly destination. While their slow-smoked brisket and pulled pork are definitely crowd-pleasers, the star of the show for burger purists is undeniably The Classic Smash. How did they get their name? The name Willy Buck’s brings together two distinct inspirations from the owner's journey. "Willy" pays homage to the original Willys Overland Jeep — a nod to the food trailer’s beginnings at the Jeep Outpost — as well as the brand’s talking pig mascot. Meanwhile, "Buck" comes directly from Michael’s own personal nickname. .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } What are the burgers like? Smashburgers are their claim to fame. Willy Buck's fries up 100% beef smashed on a blisteringly hot flat top for that irresistible, caramelized

Leesburg, FL · 11d

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Every new Trader Joe's opening in Florida in 2027: See the full list

Popular grocery chain Trader Joe's is adding three new stores in Florida this year, and they've already announced six more coming in 2027. The newest store opened on Wednesday, Nov. 5, in Orlando. A Sarasota location will open by the end of 2026, according to company spokesperson Nakia Rohde. Trader Joe's previously opened a store in West Palm Beach in June. "Next year, we plan to add new Trader Joe’s in Boynton Beach, Orlando, Kissimmee, Maitland, Central Naples, and Vero Beach," Rohde said. "We are actively looking at hundreds of neighborhoods across the country as we hope to open more new neighborhood stores each year." Shop Trader Joe's with Instacart The popular California-based grocery chain, is known for its private-label " unique and interesting products ," along with seasonal favorites and its highly sought-after totes , prides itself on "low prices, every day" with no loyalty programs or membership cards. Here's what to know. New Trader Joe's in Orlando The new location, which opened on Nov. 5, is at 1444 North Alafaya Trail in Orlando, in the Waterford Oaks shopping center, near the University of Central Florida. .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } New Trader

Florida · 2d

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Inside Meem’s Fudge Shoppe, a Small Fudge Counter in Mount Dora, Florida

Dark chocolate with cherry, pistachio, and coffee all show up on the fudge lineup at one tiny counter in Florida. Those flavors keep rotating too, with new and unusual batches appearing week after week. The maker behind it all even takes custom flavor requests. I love that, because you could...

Mt Dora, FL · 9d

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New Walmart in The Villages nearly complete

Construction is nearing completion on the newest Walmart Neighborhood Market in The Villages, which will be the third local store addition by the big-box retailer this year. The new Walmart is situated on a 9.26-acre parcel at 16625 SE 91st Phillips Court, behind the Mulberry Grove Plaza and in front of the Phillips Villas.

The Villages, FL · 3d

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Another six Central Florida eateries shuttered over health violations

ORLANDO, Fla. – Last week, six more Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down (at least temporarily) after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records. These records show the reported eateries experienced violations like rodent droppings, roaches, and storage issues, among many others. Most of...

Central Florida, FL · 3d

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A Black Market for a Purple Berry Growing in Florida

The last day of October marked the end of the saw palmetto berry harvest season and another year of poaching that has vexed law enforcement from South Carolina to the Florida Keys and across the Gulf Coast. Saw palmetto is a common plant throughout the Southeast. The short shrub with...

Florida · 3d

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Florida food pantry becomes a grocery store where families shop for free

"For the people of Parramore, this is a gold mine."

Orlando, FL · 4d

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Beer, Bacon And BBQ Festival Marks 10th Year At Cranes Roost Park

Smoked brisket, cold craft beer and a wall of college football screens are taking over Cranes Roost Park this Saturday as the Beer, Bacon and BBQ festival returns to Altamonte Springs for its 10th year. The event runs from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., bringing together local pitmasters, breweries and a full slate of games and vendors for an afternoon built around three of the region's favorite food groups.

Altamonte Springs, FL · 3d

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You’ll Happily Drive Across Florida For The Incredible Steaks At This Remote Restaurant

Somewhere in Lake County, Florida, there’s a restaurant with a cow-print sign, a wooden cowboy standing in the dining room, and a parking lot full of pickup trucks that belong to people who drove a significant distance and would do it again without being asked. That restaurant is the...

Florida · 6d

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Pinsa Fire Opening in Downtown Leesburg

LEESBURG, FL — Pinsa Fire, a Roman-style pizza concept based in Clermont, plans to open a flagship location at 404 West Main Street, Leesburg, FL 34748, owner Thomas Cerra told Business Debut in a phone interview. Cerra said he purchased the downtown Leesburg building in September 2025 and has...

Leesburg, FL · 6d

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Once You Crack Into Its All-You-Can-Eat Lobster, This Orlando Buffet On International Drive Ruins Every Other Seafood Night

I can’t eat a regular seafood platter without doing math anymore. One lobster on a plate starts to feel a little stingy. Florida has a buffet where whole lobster comes off the line one at a time, as often as you want to walk back. Snow crab legs, oysters, and prime rib sit nearby, just in case you need a breather.

Orlando, FL · 12d

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Everyone In Florida Is Obsessed With This All-You-Can-Eat Mexican Buffet

There’s a Mexican restaurant in Orlando that has locals rearranging their entire week just to fit in another visit. El Patron Restaurante Mexicano is the kind of place that makes you question every other dining decision you’ve ever made, and that’s not an exaggeration. Florida is a...

Florida · 1d

Tallahassee Democrat

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Aldi opening 2 Florida stores Oct. 29, 3 more in November

Discount grocery giant Aldi continues its Florida invasion, with five more Florida stores coming in the next few weeks to help stretch your shopping dollars . Stores in Madison and Zephyrhills open Thursday, Oct. 29, while more locations in Longwood, Sebring, and Tavares open Nov. 12. At each grand opening, the first 200 customers in line will get a Golden Ticket that could be worth up to $100, and an eco-friendly bag full of Aldi goodies. For the rest of the day, anyone can get a free Aldi shopping tote bag while supplies last. Doors open at 9 a.m., but the grand openings are generally at 8:45 a.m. Shop Aldi with Instacart Counting these locations, there will soon be 355 Aldi stores in Florida , more than in any other state. The German-owned chain has opened about 60 new locations here this year, on top of 60 in 2025, as part of its goal to reach 3,200 stores nationwide by the end of 2028. New Aldi stores opening in Florida Oct. 29 - Madison , at 729 West Base Street Oct. 29 - Zephyrhills , at 38901 County Road 54 Nov. 12 - Longwood , at 951 West State Road

Florida · 11d

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Crispy Fried Chicken And Catfish Make This Hidden Orlando Soul Food Spot A Florida Local Favorite

Some of the best plates in Orlando never show up on a theme park map. They come out of small neighborhood kitchens where the fryer stays busy and the side dishes are the kind people plan their week around. One of those kitchens sits on a quiet stretch of the...

Orlando, FL · 6d

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This Massive Florida Asian Supermarket Is Worth A Road Trip For Live Crab, Peking Duck And Hard-To-Find Produce

Live blue crab, Peking duck, and a produce section so big it needs a map. That trio alone sold me before I even pictured the parking lot. This Florida supermarket keeps tanks of live seafood running all day. It also has a barbecue counter turning out roast duck, char siu pork, and crispy pork belly.

Orlando, FL · 2d