MONARCH AT ROYAL HIGHLANDS INC
5325 ST ANDREWS ARC, Leesburg FL 34748 · 352-314-9000
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 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
11 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -French onion soup 64f. Less than 4 hours. Chef placed back in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Chafing fuel over disposable gloves.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. -Chili.
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.
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Reach in freezer gasket torn.
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil in dry storage.
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. -Under shelving across from dish machine. -Interior of fryer cabinets. -Exterior of fryers.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in reach in cooler across from oven.
Apr 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -Hot dogs 53f, Whipping Cream 51f. Over 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Hot dogs 51f, Whipping Cream 53f. Over 4 hours. Manager discarded.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -In corner ceiling in warewash.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under cook line.
Food stored on floor. -Case of coffee. -Cases of fries in walk in freezer.
Hole in or other damage to wall. -Under hand sink at wait station.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -By dish machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of stacked oven. -Stove top.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in prep cooler across from fryers.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Cheese 44f, Chicken 46f. Less than 4 hours. Manager placed in freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Can opener blade.
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. -Chef Toby.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. -Mahi partially frozen. Chef discarded.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Freezer gasket torn on cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers. -Under stacked ovens. -Walk in cooler.
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. -Can opener base. -Under flat grill. -Interior fryer cabinets. -Hood filters. -Cooler gaskets. -Shelving under prep tables. -Exterior of stacked ovens. -Exterior microwave. -Trays in walk in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Mug cooler at bar. -Prep cooler across from fryers. -Cooler under griddle grill.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -Under can opener station.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut lettuce 51f, Eggs 54f, Cut tomato 48f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -White cutting board on prep cooler across from fryers.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -By warewash.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -By walk in cooler.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Reach in freezer gasket torn. -Small sandwich prep cooler gasket torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Walk in freezer.
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 fryers. -Under flat grill. -Cooler gaskets. -Top of stacked oven.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Walk in cooler shelves.
Utensils in poor condition. -Rubber scraper.
Feb 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw beef over hot dogs.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Seasoning lid. -Can opener blade.
No soap provided at handwash sink. -By dish machine.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -By dish machine. Manager turned water on.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Glasses on cutting board.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Prep cooler gasket torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under storage shelf.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under flat grill. -Top of oven.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -Under prep table to left of oven.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Behind soda syrup boxes.
Sep 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw shell eggs over cherries.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -By trashcan in warewash.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Diced egg scoop.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -By grill.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Walk in freezer.
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. -Under flat grill.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in prep cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -By prep cooler.
Jun 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw salmon over gravy.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Chicken 46f. Less than 4 hours. Chef placed ice on.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Mixer head.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Cell phone on prep table.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers.
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in cooler across from fryers.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -Around grill.
Jan 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 3, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade.
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/
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in beer keg cooler.
Sep 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Egg salad 08/28.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Egg salad 08-28.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomato 51f, Eggs 50f. Less than 4 hours. Chef discarded. Chicken 51f. Less than 4 hours. Chef placed in freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Can opener blade. -Slicer blade guard. -Mixer head.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Sugar scoop.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Cell phone on prep table.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Reach in cooler gasket torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. -Tea at wait station under soap dispenser.
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. -Under griddle grill.
Jul 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over sauerkraut.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Eggs 47f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Can opener blade.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Reach in cooler gasket torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers.
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 oven.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Standing water in double door cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers of sugar.
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.