FIREHOUSE SUBS
709 N 14 ST, Leesburg FL 34748
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 10 visits since February 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Triple door cooler gasket torn.
Jul 10, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Triple door cooler gasket torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Speed cart by three compartment sink.
May 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Pine sol and soap over paper bags across from ice machine.
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Triple door cooler gasket torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Speed cart by three compartment sink.
Apr 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Apr 14, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -Handsink nearest to office. -Handsink at far end of cookline. -Handsink across from register.
Apr 3, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -Handsink nearest to office. -Handsink at far end of cookline. -Handsink across from register.
Mar 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. -Handsink nearest to register.
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -Handsink nearest to office. -Handsink at far end of cookline. -Handsink across from register.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Red cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under toaster conveyor.
Jun 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Toaster conveyor.
Apr 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Toaster conveyor.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Double door cooler gasket torn.
Feb 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Toaster conveyor.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Double door cooler gasket torn.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. On rear prep table.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.