Leo's French Toast House
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
64
Score
Leo's French Toast House has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 19, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 13 violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited five times.
Leo's French Toast House's latest score of 64 falls below the Florida average of 72. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Observed hot water in handwashing sink on cook line has low water pressure. The owner stated a work order will be put in for water leakage from handwashing sink in kitchen. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: No water drainage on kitchen floor but water pressure is still very low. **Time Extended**
27-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: **Time Extended**
16-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both bathroom doors not tight fitting. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed heavy soiled floor behind cooking unit on cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
64
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
9 critical violations. 3 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 27 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 3 rodent droppings beside ice machine.
35A-04-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medication in pill container on storage rack beside ice machine.
41-07-4
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed cook crack raw shelled eggs then continuing in food preparation. Educated cook on properly washing hands after cracking raw shelled eggs and moving to other assignments on cook line. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed cook adjusting and touching cloths while engaging in food preparation.
12A-28-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed cook wash hands in with cold water on cook line on cook line. Educated cook on properly washing hands with soap and hot water. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-19-4
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed emitting strip in the entry of dishwashing area. The owner removed emitting strip. **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed packager raw ground beef and raw pork in same holding container in walk-in cooler. The owner moved the raw ground beef on a separate holding container in walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in kitchen area.
35A-05-4
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed cracked egg in egg container in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. The cracked eggs was discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-14-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by aluminum foil. The operator removed aluminum foil from over handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Observed hot water in handwashing sink on cook line has low water pressure. The owner stated a work order will be put in for water leakage from handwashing sink in kitchen. **Corrective Action Taken**
27-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both bathroom doors not tight fitting.
32-04-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates and cups on predation table not protected.
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 17 dead roaches in storage area under can rack, under ice machine, behind freezers, under reach-in freezers and soda rack in kitchen.
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed cook drinking on cook line.
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. The cook placed a hair restraint on during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed heavy soiled floor behind cooking unit on cook line.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs was removed from oven door during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit on cook line.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen and dishwashing area soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Smoking or vaping in an enclosed indoor workplace. Observed a half cigarette on storage rack beside ice machine.
54-01-5
Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives in dishwashing area.
14-55-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining on floor from handwashing sink on cook line.
29-03-4
9
Oct 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food buildup on the can opener.
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle styrofoam bowl in the make table unit. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn on the make table reach in on the cook line.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in gaskets soiled on the cook line. And front line reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on the reach in standup cooler and walk in cooler shelves. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
74
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Oct 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed 3 compartment sink listed in original plans has been removed. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-29: Observed plan review not submitted reflecting changes in remodel done prior to current ownership. This was a change of ownership and a plan review was not required for a change of ownership **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Observed no plan review submitted per Tim Dillon. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
90
Aug 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed 3 compartment sink listed in original plans has been removed. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-29: Observed plan review not submitted reflecting changes in remodel done prior to current ownership. This was a change of ownership and a plan review was not required for a change of ownership **Time Extended**
51-16-7
90
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw individually wrapped pork chops on top shelf of reach in freezer not stored according to,cooking parameters.
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand sink removed in dry storage area where one was previously required. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed 3 compartment sink listed in original plans has been removed.
51-16-7
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed not all employees have proof of food handler training. **Repeat Violation**
53B-13-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed build up of ice in the left most reach in freezer in dry storage area.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on door gaskets on reach in cooler on the cook line.
23-03-4
58
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
Oct 6, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Medicine not labeled properly. Observed bottle of ibuprofen stored with food products on shelf above table in dry storage.
41-22-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in reach in freezer both raw chicken and raw beef have been repackaged.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sausage links in reach in cooler at 51F for less than 4 hours, operator moved to reach in freezer to cool. Temperature of sausage lowered to 35 F**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris on the blade of can opener.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink next to cook line wrapped with aluminum foil and not operational.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine at time of inspection..
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in dry storage area.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed unlabeled spray bottle of bleach in fish washing area.
41-21-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the hot water is not working at the hand wash sink in the main kitchen area.
27-16-4
Intermediate - Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Observed no copy of well testing report.
27-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen area and walk in refrigeration unit.
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from pipe under mop sink outside of building and hand wash sink in dry storage area.
29-11-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed unsealed softwood used as a makeshift shelf in the walk in cooler.
14-06-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed build up of mold like substance/ dirt inside isle machine bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl used as scoop in bulk working rice bin.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed walk in cooler doors soiled with food debris.
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed C02 tank not secured in dry storage area.
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open bottle of cold beer on shelf above dish washing area.
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between box of coffee and cardboard plastic film cutting blade on shelf in dry storage.
10-17-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in coolers or walk in cooler.
05-09-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of of food debris/ mold like substance on reach in refrigerator, reach in freezer, and walk in refrigerator door.
23-03-4
17
Mar 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw beef stored over container of cooked noodles. Operator switched containers. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chopped tomatoes 50F cold hold, sauerkraut 50F cold hold, corned beef hash 51F cold hold less than 4 hours in reach in cooler at cook line. Operator turned down reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense chopped tomatoes.
14-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezers near back ice machine.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit walk in cooler with food to be served to customers.
12B-13-4
Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering.
21-14-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe underneath hand wash sink near back ice machine.
29-11-4
43
Dec 14, 2022
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed container of medicine and cologne above dishwashing area intermingled with dry spices. Operator removed items from shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves without washing hands.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee touching cooked bacon that had not been heated with bare hands to place on sandwich.
09-01-4
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale.Observed mold like substance on pesto sauce, in walk in cooler.
01B-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cooked ham and Turkey under and touching packaged raw ground beef in walk in cooler. Operator moved ham and Turkey to separate shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepared on site meatballs and mashed potatoes held for over 24 hours, no date marking. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guard in walk in cooler with dust like buildup.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of napkins on floor in front Salad preparation area. Operator moved box to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed wire shelves in walk in cooler rusted.
14-17-4
35
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Leo's French Toast House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Leo's French Toast House on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Leo's French Toast House?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Leo's French Toast House.
Has Leo's French Toast House's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Leo's French Toast House have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Leo's French Toast House means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Leo's French Toast House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Leo's French Toast House is inspected around three times per year on average.
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