The Olive Garden #1171

10026 Us 441, Leesburg, FL 34788
Italian
Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at The Olive Garden #1171, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 3, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.

The Olive Garden #1171's latest score of 100 sits above the Leesburg average of 76. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 3, 2026
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 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. -Raw chicken tenders over fries, manager fixed. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. -Under sink across from ice machine.
29-18-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Plastic container cracked. -Strainer. -Metal colander. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-10-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under tilt skillet.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Interior of hot box.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under tilt skillet. -Exterior of bulk containers. -Hoods. -Soda gun holster at bar.
23-03-4
67
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -Cook used sanitizer towel and then began working with food. Manager coached employee. She washed hands and changed gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top of pizza oven. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Wait station salad cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. -At end of cook line near ware wash.
29-19-4
74
Apr 10, 2025
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Over warewash.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -By salad station. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Wires above cookline.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Pull out drawer under salad station.
22-16-4
74
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Cheese 46f. Less than 4 hours. Manager added ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under pizza oven.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -Saran wrap under soap. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Above steam wells on cook line.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of sugar.
02D-01-5
70
Mar 4, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -On top of pizza oven.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Salad cooler at wait station. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Over cookline.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Breading container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Bag of peppers by salad cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
78
Oct 31, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pasta 48f, Shrimp 49f, Chicken 49f. Less than 4 hours. Manager placed in freezer to rapid chill. Rechecked shrimp 40f, Pasta 43f, Chicken 42f. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -Bar entrance. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
82
Mar 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Manager coached employee. Employee washed hands.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical stored over wine bags at bar. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Reach in cooler gasket in disrepair on cookline.
14-10-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -Around floor drains on cookline.
36-17-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Stove top.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. At warewash. Plumber has been scheduled for repair. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Standing water in front cooler at bar.
22-16-4
55
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. -Plastic tray with hole in it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-13-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Bottom of oven in rear kitchen.
22-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in glass cooler at bar. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -Gloves stored under paper towel dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Olive Garden #1171 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Olive Garden #1171 on file is from Apr 3, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Olive Garden #1171?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at The Olive Garden #1171.

How does The Olive Garden #1171 compare to other restaurants in Leesburg?

The Olive Garden #1171 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Leesburg average of 76.

Has The Olive Garden #1171's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Olive Garden #1171 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Olive Garden #1171 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 The Olive Garden #1171 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Olive Garden #1171 is inspected around three times per year on average.