OAKS BAR & GRILLE
4720 PLANTATION BLVD, Leesburg FL 34748 · 4077216116
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 20 visits since August 2023
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JUL 25
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 on prep cooler. Cook killed it. -2 in dry storage closet.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023025776 | Mar 7, 2023 | Jun 15, 2023 | $360 |
Inspection history
20 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -No chlorine test kit.
No soap provided at handwash sink. -Employee bathroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Relish scoop.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -On prep cooler.
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Dead roaches on premises. -2 in dry storage.
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -At bar. -By ice machine.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. -At bar.
May 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 13, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Mar 16, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Mar 6, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Slicer blade guard.
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/
No soap provided at handwash sink. -Hand sanitizer at hand sink instead of soap.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Small white cutting board on dish rack.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil under 2 compartment sink.
Hole in or other damage to wall. -By kitchen entrance.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwave. -Oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Mop sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in double door Avantco cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Walls and doors in rear of kitchen.
Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -All white cutting boards on dish shelf.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -At bar. -Employee bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Cutting board on prep cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers. -Walk in freezer.
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil. -Soda syrup boxes.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Reach in freezer by fryers.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of dry storage door and walk in cooler door.
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. -Behind dish machine.
Jul 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven.
Jul 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate9 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. -0 ppm.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 on prep cooler. Cook killed it. -2 in dry storage closet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Slicer.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -No chlorine test kit.
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. -No consumer advisory on breakfast menu.
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. -Salmon.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Prep cooler cutting board.
Dead roaches on premises. -Approximately 10 under steam table. Cook cleaned and sanitized area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -On cook line.
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Dish area.
Apr 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -At side entrance of kitchen.
Apr 1, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 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. -0 ppm.
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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Slicer blade guard.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -At side entrance of kitchen.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. -Pull out drawer by wait station.
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. -Salmon partially frozen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Prep cooler cutting board.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Scoop.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -By three compartment sink.
Dec 21, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -By ice machine.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of sugar.
Dec 15, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 on wall by ice machine. -1 on wall across from two compartment sink.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -By ice machine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of sugar.
Dec 13, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 on wall by ice machine. -1 on wall across from two compartment sink.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -By ice machine.
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 8 dead under two compartment sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters. -Cooler gaskets.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in beer keg cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of sugar.
Dec 12, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 on wall by ice machine. -1 on wall across from two compartment sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Plunger in handsink at kitchen entrance.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -By ice machine.
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 8 dead under two compartment sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
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. -Hood filters. -Cooler gaskets.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in beer keg cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of sugar.
Nov 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cookline.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -Kitchen entrance.
Nov 3, 2023Call 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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cookline.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -Kitchen entrance.
Oct 26, 2023Call 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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cookline.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -Kitchen entrance.
Sep 5, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cookline.
Food stored on floor. Soda syrup box.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -Kitchen entrance.
Sep 1, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 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. 0 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 97f, Chicken breast 105f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cookline.
Food stored on floor. Soda syrup box.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -Kitchen entrance.
Aug 24, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
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. 0 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 97f, Chicken breast 105f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. On cookline.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cookline.
Food stored on floor. Soda syrup box.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwave. -Oven.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -Kitchen entrance.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Fish in standing water.
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.