LEGENDS CAFE
3323 US HWY 441/27, Fruitland Park FL 34731 · 352-728-0006
Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019031886 | May 7, 2019 | Jul 17, 2019 | $320 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Mixer base.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Yellow spray bottle at bar.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers.
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Hole in or other damage to wall. -Bottom right entrance to middle kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven. -Microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top of pizza oven. -Interior of fryer cabinets.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Prep cooler to left of oven. -Standing water in pizza prep cooler.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -Under seasonings by steam tables. -Wing station hot box.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of sugar at bar.
Sep 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw beef over sauces.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Windex over clean pitchers at bar.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -Warewash hand sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Purple spray bottles by bar.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -In walk in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Cracked cutting board.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven. -Mixer head.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Aluminum shield at back of buffet table. -Under wing sauce station. -Interior of fryer cabinets.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. -Bottom of wall at kitchen entrance.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -To right of fryers. -Warewash.
Apr 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. -Hot water in bar area bathroom loses pressure after about 10 seconds.
Ceiling tile missing. -Over fryers.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Beer keg cooler at front bar.
Mar 28, 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 Intermediate6 Basic
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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. -Bar 0 ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Dough mixer.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. -Hot water in bar area bathroom loses pressure after about 10 seconds.
Ceiling tile missing. -Over fryers.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -In front prep kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. -Behind mop sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of sugar container at bar. -Exterior of sauce containers. -Exterior of bulk containers in rear prep.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Beer keg cooler at front bar.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -By steam tables. -In warewash.
Mar 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. -Bar 0 ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Dough mixer.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. -Hot water in bar area bathroom loses pressure after about 10 seconds.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Purple spray bottle at bar wait station.
Ceiling tile missing. -Over fryers.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -In front prep kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. -Behind mop sink.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of sugar container at bar. -Exterior of sauce containers. -Exterior of bulk containers in rear prep.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Beer keg cooler at front bar.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -By steam tables. -In warewash.
Jul 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Slicer blade guard. -Mixer head.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -By trash can in kitchen.
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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -Rear exit door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers.
Hole in or other damage to wall. -In kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of bulk containers. -Reach in freezer gaskets. -Interior of fryer cabinets.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in beer keg cooler at small bar. -Around top edge of beer mug chest freezer. -Reach in prep cooler shelves. -Sandwich prep cooler, interior and exterior.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -In warewash.
Feb 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 21, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Bar added on each side of restaurant. Complete remodel of layout.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Rear handsink.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Rear handsink.
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.