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The Bistro at Lake Port Square

900 Lake Port Blvd, Leesburg, FL 34748
American
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026
35
Score
High Risk

Public records show six inspections at The Bistro at Lake Port Square stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 28, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.

Across the inspection history, “establishment did not report seating change” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Leesburg restaurant, which scores around 75. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

6
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw beef fritters over frozen pastries. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Liquid egg 66f, Waffle batter 61f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to put on time or cold hold.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -Chicken dated 04/20.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw bacon over hot dogs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food re-served to customers. -Butter setting out on tables, placed back in refrigerator for reuse. Coached management to place on time or cold hold. **Corrective Action Taken**
07-08-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. -Licensed for 31, 44 seats inside. **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -On fryer handle.
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -To go trays on floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. -Tomato soup. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -Handsink on cook line.
29-11-4
35
Feb 9, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -At bar and cook line.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -At bar and cook line.
31B-03-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Licensed for 31, now has 47 seats.
51-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -At bar and cook line. -Bathrooms.
31B-04-4
67
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked raw eggs and then handled tortillas.
12A-27-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Ice scoop.
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Stored on pack of tortillas. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
78
Jul 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. 0 ppm. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by trash can. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
70
Jan 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
67
Aug 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Manager refilled sanitizer. Retested at Chl 100 ppm. A "Please be aware repeat High Priority Violations could result in Administrative Action on your next routine inspection" **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Small container of cinnamon.
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. -Cookies and muffins. **Repeat Violation**
02D-03-4
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Bistro at Lake Port Square last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Bistro at Lake Port Square on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Bistro at Lake Port Square?

Across the inspection record, “establishment did not report seating change” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Bistro at Lake Port Square.

How does The Bistro at Lake Port Square compare to other restaurants in Leesburg?

The Bistro at Lake Port Square most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Leesburg average of 75.

Has The Bistro at Lake Port Square's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Bistro at Lake Port Square have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Bistro at Lake Port Square means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is The Bistro at Lake Port Square inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Bistro at Lake Port Square is inspected around two times per year on average.

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