Via Food & Beverage
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
47
Score
Via Food & Beverage appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 15, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around six violations to closer to nine violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up six times.
The city-wide average sits at 76, which Via Food & Beverage's 47 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw beef over salad dressing in prep cooler across from grill. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -By three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Clear bottle at bar hand sink.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -Walk in cooler.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers. -Floor and drain by used grease cart.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Reach in double door freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of cheese dispenser.
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -Stored on beer cooler lid at bar.
21-44-1
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. -Manager moved. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of sugar.
02D-01-5
47
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Prep cooler cutting board. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
86
Jul 22, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Beef 47f, Cut tomato 49f, Sliced tomato 48f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill. Manager placed on ice. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw chicken over cooked chicken wings. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Dented can of marinara. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Prep cooler cutting board. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -Hand sink to right of double door freezer. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Plastic lids all cracked in prep cooler. -Walk in freezer door. **Warning**
14-10-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers. -Walk in freezer. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Walk in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -Ice scoop holder soiled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Interior of fryer cabinets. -Under flat grills. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Around top edge of prep cooler. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -Covering pipes behind fryers. **Warning**
14-20-4
35
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Cleaner over soda syrup boxes. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -At pass through window. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -No chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of flour. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. -At bar.
21-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Interior of fryer cabinets.
23-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. -Over dry storage.
36-36-4
52
Aug 23, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Via sauce dated 07-27. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -Via sauce dated 07-27. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. -Bag of cheese on raw bacon. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-14-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Chicken wings 48f. Less than 4 hours. Manager placed in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Bowl in Handsink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of flour. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
43
Jul 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
90
Jul 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Grill cleaner over gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork 54f, Beef 47f, Cut tomato 46f, Cut lettuce 47f, Bacon 50f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Blue spray bottle. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Green cutting board. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Over cooler. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -Portion cups on floor by warewash. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of sugar. **Warning**
02D-01-5
52
Jan 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Fabuloso over bread. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken breast 48f. Manager placed in freezer to rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Green cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods over flat grill. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go cups on floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of sugar. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
58
Jul 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw Philly meat over breaded mushrooms. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by brooms. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of sugar.
02D-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Walkie talkie on cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -To go cups on floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under flat grill.
23-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
58
Jan 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
67
Jul 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At bar. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of some fryers.
23-03-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Via Food & Beverage last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Via Food & Beverage on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Via Food & Beverage?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Via Food & Beverage.
How does Via Food & Beverage compare to other restaurants in Leesburg?
Via Food & Beverage most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Leesburg average of 76.
Has Via Food & Beverage's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Via Food & Beverage have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Via Food & Beverage 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 Via Food & Beverage inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Via Food & Beverage is inspected around three times per year on average.
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