Mcdonald's

1965 Sr 19, Tavares, FL 32778

American

Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Mcdonald's has six inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 22, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine”, which has been cited two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Tavares restaurant scores 66. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 22, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In reach in freezer at the end of cook line. On curtains in walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-22: **Time Extended**

14-69-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet by three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-22: **Time Extended**

29-11-4

Jun 17, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.

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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Jul 26, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Jun 25, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - spray bottle of cleaner stored on shelf above tea packs **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. - watch employee cooking on grill **Corrected On-Site**

13-07-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Blodgett oven in kitchen area.

22-08-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

Sep 20, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - ice chute at drink station in dining area.

22-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee wearing a visor. Hair hanging over visor. **Corrected On-Site**

13-02-4

Basic - Soiled floors. - walk in freezer

36-10-4

Jul 5, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer solution 200 plus. Adjusted 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees wearing bracelets and watches while preparing food in kitchen.

13-07-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Female employee not wearing hair restraints while preparing food. **Corrected On-Site**

13-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mcdonald's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mcdonald's on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mcdonald's?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mcdonald's.

How does Mcdonald's compare to other restaurants in Tavares?

Mcdonald's most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Tavares average of 66.

Has Mcdonald's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mcdonald's have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mcdonald's 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 Mcdonald's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mcdonald's is inspected around two times per year on average.

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