Zaxby's

2080 E Hwy 50, Clermont, FL 34711

American

Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Zaxby's six times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to five violations before.

Looking across the full record, “ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

By comparison, the average Clermont facility scores 67, putting Zaxby's on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 2, 2026

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 11 minor violations.

View 15 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -fryer baskets have residue buildup

22-02-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

11-26-1

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. -Dylan, Terrance, Lauren

53B-13-5

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -by soda boxes

29-28-4

Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust in kitchen by lockers **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing at triple sink and prep sink. **Repeat Violation**

29-18-4

Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -employee on cook line

13-02-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -pans on dish storage rack

24-08-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water by drive thru under hand sink

36-22-4

Basic - Floor drain by fryers soiled/has accumulation of debris.

36-73-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. -bag of soda syrup on floor by soda boxes

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on cook line

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -top back of fryer cabinets have residue buildup -area under reach in drawers under grill -pipes behind fryers on cook line -filters on ice machine is duty -speed racks in walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cook line

29-49-6

Basic - Water leaking from hand sink by drive thru and in kitchen

29-11-4

Jan 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -2 flying insects on cook line

35A-02-6

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

36-34-5

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing at prep sink and triple sink

29-18-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under soda boxes by mop sink

36-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -top back of fryer cabinets -shelf under prep table beside prep sink

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves by chicken breading station and on cook line have accumulation of soil residues.

22-16-4

Sep 25, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing grout on cooks line. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-25: **Time Extended**

36-17-5

Jul 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Spray bottle of sanitizer and sanitizer bucket stored next to tea machine on front counter. - spray bottle of sanitizer hanging on hand sink in drive thru.

41-10-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Tea. urn parts stored in hand sink at front counter **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing grout on cooks line.

36-17-5

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in across wing fryer.

22-16-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind flat top grill.

36-27-5

Jan 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Sep 16, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zaxby's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zaxby's on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zaxby's?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Zaxby's.

How does Zaxby's compare to other restaurants in Clermont?

Zaxby's most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Clermont average of 67.

Has Zaxby's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Zaxby's have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Zaxby's 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 Zaxby's inspected?

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

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