Mcdonalds 6879

321 Us 27 S, Lake Placid, FL 33852

American

Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Mcdonalds 6879 eight times, with records going back to 2022. Mcdonalds 6879 was last inspected on Nov 25, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring”, showing up two times.

Compared to other Lake Placid restaurants (averaging 82), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 25, 2025

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Manager had everyone take off jewelry. **Corrected On-Site**

13-07-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator ceased working with food. **Corrected On-Site**

13-04-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Missing ceramic tile at hand washing sink. Operator states maintenance has been requested. **Corrective Action Taken**

36-24-5

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Jul 11, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jan 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Jul 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jan 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Employee touched hat and did not wash hands. Employee was educated. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-10-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. B. D. , C.P, C.H.

53B-02-5

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food on line.

13-07-4

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor soiled under soda fountain, for customer self service. Operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

36-01-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at triple sink.

36-27-5

Aug 22, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Nov 7, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Operator cracked raw shell eggs , then went to work with cooked sausage patty. Operator educated employee on proper technique.

12A-12-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in customer area. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing at waiting station. **Repeat Violation**

29-18-4

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures light covers soiled in kitchen.

36-50-4

Jul 29, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Operator did not wash hands prior to putting on gloves to cook food. Operator educated employee on proper technique. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-07-5

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Metered insecticide stored above BBQ sauce at togo area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment.CFM used chlorine test strips, which were incorrect at the three compartment sink. CFM obtained quaternary test strips and tested. **Corrected On-Site**

53A-14-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in customer area.

36-34-5

Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.

12B-12-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at male restroom. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance, scissors not easily cleanable.

14-52-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-33-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mcdonalds 6879 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mcdonalds 6879 on file is from Nov 25, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mcdonalds 6879?

Across the inspection record, “employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mcdonalds 6879.

How does Mcdonalds 6879 compare to other restaurants in Lake Placid?

Mcdonalds 6879 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Placid average of 82.

Has Mcdonalds 6879's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mcdonalds 6879 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mcdonalds 6879 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 Mcdonalds 6879 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mcdonalds 6879 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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