Cracker Barrel #488

9450 Us Hwy 441, Leesburg, FL 34788
American
Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Cracker Barrel #488 stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 3, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up three times.

Among Leesburg restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. -Macaroni covered in walk in cooler.
03D-15-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. -Raw egg bowl not separate from clean plates on cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Scoop in 122f water.
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven.
22-08-4
78
Apr 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. -Clean pitcher stored under paper towel dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under grill.
23-03-4
90
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -On cook line.
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under flat grill, standing water.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in front wait station cooler.
22-16-4
86
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Sep 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
70
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. In chemical room. **Corrected On-Site**
36-36-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Cobbler squares under paper towel dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-36-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven in rear prep area.
22-08-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cheese scoop.
14-01-5
70
Nov 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by plates on cookline. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Food stored in undrained ice. -Cooked turkey breast stored in standing water in prep cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-31-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Reach in cooler gaskets under flat grill.
23-03-4
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cracker Barrel #488 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cracker Barrel #488 on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cracker Barrel #488?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cracker Barrel #488.

How does Cracker Barrel #488 compare to other restaurants in Leesburg?

Cracker Barrel #488 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Leesburg average of 75.

Has Cracker Barrel #488's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cracker Barrel #488 have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cracker Barrel #488 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Cracker Barrel #488 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cracker Barrel #488 is inspected around two times per year on average.