Lees Palace
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
86
Score
Inspectors have visited Lees Palace 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 25, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to three violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Compared to the broader Lake Mary restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Oct 9, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
74
Apr 24, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - breaded chicken (68F - Cold Holding); - fried rice (70F - Cold Holding) Observed on counter at cookline. Manager states held out during busy hours. Employee moved to walk in cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - cookline coolers
23-24-4
82
Jan 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - cook line coolers - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-28: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
95
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. WALK IN COOLER: all items held overnight - roast pork (48F - Cold Holding); - breaded chicken (48F - Cold Holding); - teriyaki chicken (49F - Cold Holding); - cooked noodles (48F - Cold Holding); - pork dumplings (48F - Cold Holding); - brown rice (48F - Cold Holding); - cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding)
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. - Togo bags storing pork ribs
14-31-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
01B-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - cook line coolers
23-24-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - walk in cooler fan covers dusty
23-03-4
58
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. - Togo bags storing chicken in walk in cooler
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. - raw chicken wings over wonton wrappers. Manager moved. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - fresh garlic in oil (76 - Cold Holding). Manager states brought for busy hours. Moved to cooler for better cooling **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - prep counter next to bag in box soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. - no paper towels and soap at front hand wash sink
31B-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - cook line freezer and coolers handles
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - acoustical ceiling tiles in kitchen
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - above ice bin
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. - gasket soiled and torn at cook line freezer
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - space between COOKLINE cooler top covers soiled. Manager cleaned - hood filters
23-03-4
41
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Green onions and sliced pork lined with paper towel at make table on cooks line
14-86-1
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Chicken wings stored in grocery bags at walk in cooler
14-31-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Two medium white cutting boards at dry storage area next to triple sink
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Walk in cooler ceiling and walls
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets at reach in cooler across from fryers are torn
14-11-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice spoon stored in 65F standing water by rice cooker in kitchen
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Heavily soiled hood filters on cooks line
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
52
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
67
Mar 29, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in the walk in cooler , operator corrected **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Aspirin stored over the cooks line
41-07-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. O ppm , adjusted the feed hose in the bin (possible kinked) primed and tested 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided form
11-27-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Items need dating
02C-02-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Microwave door handle is broken and taped together Gaskets to the low boy line cooler
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cooks line behind the equipment
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. At the 3 compartment sink the tile has water under the tile
36-17-5
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. White chest freezer
14-36-5
Basic - Light not functioning. In the kitchen 2 lights are out
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled
23-03-4
39
Oct 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lees Palace last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lees Palace on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lees Palace?
Across the inspection record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Lees Palace.
How does Lees Palace compare to other restaurants in Lake Mary?
Lees Palace most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Lake Mary average of 79.
Has Lees Palace's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Lees Palace have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lees Palace means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Lees Palace inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lees Palace is inspected around three times per year on average.
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